Andryan Verly Dwi Pratama, Sifa Faujiyah, Via Arma Sari

Peeking into the unique tradition of picking the sea in Muncar, Banyuwangi Regency

Introduction

Peeking into the unique tradition of picking the sea in muncar, banyuwangi regency. Explore the unique 'petik laut' tradition in Muncar, Banyuwangi, a vibrant cultural ceremony expressing gratitude for abundant sea produce. This event boosts local tourism and the community economy.

Abstract

Indonesia is a country that has extraordinary natural beauty but also has cultural diversity ranging from tribes, ethnicities, and traditions which factors are influenced by the diverse geographical location of Indonesia which makes each region have its own uniqueness. We take the example of the city of Banyuwangi where Banyuwangi is located at the eastern tip of the island of Java has a lot of traditions and cultures. Because in Banyuwangi there are quite a lot of arts and customs that create a lot of culture. One of the traditions that exist and are quite popular in Banyuwangi is petik laut where this tradition is carried out to express gratitude to God for the abundant sea produce. This tradition is carried out on the 15th of Muharram, this tradition is held very lively by the Muncar community, this attracts tourists to come to Muncar and this can boost the economy of the surrounding community. Muncar itself is located at the southern tip which is one of the sub-districts in Banyuwangi Regency. In this study, the method used by the researcher is literature review, by using this method the aim is to identify and analyze various relevant sources concerning the uniqueness of the sea picking tradition in Muncar.

Review

This paper, titled "Peeking into the unique tradition of picking the sea in Muncar, Banyuwangi Regency," endeavors to shed light on the cultural practice of "petik laut" within the diverse landscape of Indonesian traditions. The abstract effectively situates the study by emphasizing Indonesia's rich natural beauty and cultural heritage, particularly highlighting Banyuwangi as a region abundant in unique customs. By focusing on "petik laut" as a tradition expressing gratitude for abundant sea produce, the paper aims to contribute to the documentation and understanding of a distinct local practice. From the abstract, the study promises to outline several key aspects of the "petik laut" tradition. It specifies the timing of the event (15th of Muharram), underscores its vibrant community participation in Muncar, and briefly touches upon its positive socio-economic impacts, such as attracting tourism and bolstering the local economy. The mention of a literature review as the research method suggests an intention to synthesize and analyze existing knowledge to articulate the uniqueness of this tradition, thereby offering an initial descriptive account of its significance and community resonance. However, the abstract could benefit from greater specificity regarding its analytical framework and research questions. While the objective is to explore the "uniqueness" of the tradition, the abstract does not elaborate on what particular aspects will be critically examined to establish this uniqueness beyond a general description. Furthermore, although a literature review is declared as the methodology, the abstract lacks an indication of the specific theoretical lenses, conceptual frameworks, or types of sources that will be engaged to provide a deeper analytical perspective. For the full paper to offer a substantial academic contribution, it would be valuable to articulate a clearer research problem, define the specific parameters of "uniqueness," and demonstrate how the chosen methodology will move beyond descriptive reporting to provide novel insights into the cultural dynamics and broader implications of the "petik laut" tradition.

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