[Javanologi Explore] Javanese Culinary: Sate Ambal

by javanologi | Apr 11, 2023 | #JavaneseCulinary, #JavanologiExploreEN, Uncategorized

Have you ever heard of Sate Ambal? This Javanese delicacy might not be as well-known as other types of satay, but it definitely deserves recognition for its unique taste and history. Sate Ambal is a traditional dish from Kebumen, a regency in Central Java. It is...

[Javanologi Explore] Javanese Traditional Song: Gambuh

by javanologi | Apr 10, 2023 | Uncategorized

Tembang Gambuh   Sekar gambuh ping catur,  Kang cinatur polah kang kalantur, Tanpa tutur katula-tula katali,  Kadalu warsa kapatuh,  Katutuh pan dadi awon.    Rasaning tyas kayungyung,  Angayomi lukitaning kalbu,  Gambir wana kalawan hening ing ati,  Kabekta kudu...

[Javanologi Explore] Javanese Art: Tari Payung Bondan

by javanologi | Apr 6, 2023 | Uncategorized

     Tari Bondan Payung is a traditional dance from Central Java, Indonesia. This dance is performed by a group of dancers, where each dancer holds a small umbrella as a prop. The dancers move with coordinated movements and make graceful hand gestures, while the...

[Javanologi Explore] Javanese Art: Dengklung

by javanologi | Apr 6, 2023 | Uncategorized

   Dengklung is a traditional Javanese art with Islamic nuances. This art is also known as Dengklung Al-Kafi Bandar Village. This is because Dengklung itself grew and was developed in Bandar Village, Batang, by Kafi A Kadir. Apart from being the leader of this art,...

[Javanologi Explore] Javanese Puppet Story: Wayang Murwakala

by javanologi | Apr 3, 2023 | Uncategorized

    Wayang Murwakala is a traditional form of Javanese puppet show that tells the story of the legendary character named Murwakala. According to legend, Murwakala was a strong warrior known for his courage and fighting abilities. However, he was cursed, causing him to...

[Javanologi Explore] Javanese Traditional Play Song: Kupu Kuwi

by javanologi | Mar 31, 2023 | Uncategorized

Kupu Kuwi Kupu kuwi tak encupe Mung abure ngewuhake Ngalor, ngidul ngetan bali ngulon Mrana-mrene mung saparan paran Mbok ya mencok tak encupe Mentas mencok cegrok banjur mabur kleper Kupu kuwi tak encupe.    Tembang Dolanan or Play Song is one of the literary works...