Amelia Desi Nataline Tambunan

Ritual Transformation and Symbolic Continuity in Batak Toba Wedding Practices among the Jabodetabek Diaspora

Amelia Desi Nataline Tambunan, Murhadi & Lyly Soemarni · South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · 2026

Aims: This study aims to analyze the implementation of Batak Toba traditional wedding rituals in diaspora settings, identify the forms of transformation that occur, examine their impact on symbolic meanings and cultural values, and explore the potential of ritual elements as inta...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajsse/2026/v23i61327

The Perception of the Younger Generation Z of Batak Toba towards Ikan Mas Arsik as Indonesian Cultural Heritage in Depok

Amelia Desi Nataline Tambunan & Budi Setiawan · South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · 2025

Globalization and changing youth lifestyles often pose challenges to the sustainability of Indonesia’s traditional cuisine. Ikan Mas Arsik, a signature dish of the Batak Toba community that holds deep cultural and ritual values, is at risk of losing its relevance among Generation...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajsse/2025/v22i91155