Street Culture Research Articles

Multifactor evaluation of architectural value in historical and cultural heritage area——the case of Dingzi Street, Hanzhong, Shaanxi, China

Historical and cultural heritage areas gradually disappear due to rapid urbanization, urban renewal, and transformation. With China's urban development shifting from incremental planning to stock optimization, protecting historical and cultural landscape areas has gained considerable attention. The development and preservation of these areas have become pivotal research issues. A multi-value-oriented evaluation index system has been established to recognize the haphazard and scientifically unfounded updating and reforming of buildings within historical and cultural landscape areas. This system draws upon and organizes evaluation indices for historical buildings from domestic and international contexts. An empirical test assessed the protection efforts in the Dingzi Street Historical and Cultural Landscape Area in Hanzhong, Shaanxi Province. The results emphasize that the protection of buildings in historical landscape areas should consider the potential for development and construction, the enhancement of residents' living environments, and the economic impact on neighboring areas. In the renewal construction of historical landscape areas, the evaluation of most buildings focuses on economic value, utility, and the feasibility of renovation implementation. The study's conclusions are essential for enhancing the scientific and practical aspects of renewal and renovation methods for buildings in historical and cultural landscape areas. This research provides valuable insights into balancing development and preservation in the evolving urban landscape of China

Playing the ‘pibe chorro’ game: masculine skills and legitimate peripheral participation in street culture

ABSTRACT In this article, I analyse the street learning that a group of boys in a poor neighbourhood in Argentina produce when they play at being ‘pibes chorros’. Through the observation of interviews, photos and audio recordings made in the neighbourhood since 2010, I show how these games are occasions for boys to learn to pretend they know how to steal and to recreate a masculine image of toughness in order to cope with both street life and local working life. In this way, street culture, which in other studies is often seen as a constraint on available educational opportunities, in this article is a central place for learning by legitimate peripheral participation to occur (Lave and Wenger [1991]. Situated Learning: Legitimate Peripheral Participation. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press). The masculine acquisitions and skills of street play allow these boys greater preparation and participation social for life in highly formal spaces such as oil, the police and the local state.

Implementasi Kebijakan Penataan Pedagang Kaki Lima Sebagai Upaya Peningkatan Daya Saing Usaha di Kabupaten Bangkalan

Bangkalan Regency, located in the province of East Java, Indonesia, is known for its vibrant street vendor culture, which plays an important role in the local economy. However, despite their cultural and economic significance, street vendors in Bangkalan face various challenges that hinder their competitiveness and sustainability. This research was designed to describe the six variables of Donald Van Metter and Carl Van Horn's model in the implementation of the Street Vendor Arrangement policy as an effort to increase business competitiveness in Bangkalan district. This type of research is a qualitative descriptive study. There is Donald Van Metter and Carl Van Horn's variable model, standard; objective; and policy objectives, resources, characteristics of the implementing organization, implementing attitudes, communication between organizations, socio-economic and political environment. This policy is seen from the six variables in the Donald Van Metter and Carl Van Horn Model in the implementation of the Street Vendor Arrangement policy as an effort to increase business competitiveness in Bangkalan district which has been implemented. However, there are obstacles faced by local governments in implementing street vendor control policies, including the government's low motivation in implementing policy outreach, the lack of strategic relocation solutions, and the existence of pressure groups, namely street vendors in Bangkalan district, who violate government regulations.

‘Violence is completely normal’: Managing Violence Through Narrative Normalization

Abstract This article introduces the concept ‘narrative normalization of violence’ as a theoretical framework for exploring the interplay between crime and marginality in street culture. Drawing from 4 months of ethnographic observations and 24 qualitative interviews with young men involved in a violent street culture in Oslo, Norway, the study identifies three prevalent narratives. The first, ‘Part of the game’, minimizes the danger of violence; the second, ‘It’s all about respect’, internalizes violence as part of a desired subcultural identity; and the third, ‘We come from concrete’, emphasizes the importance of belonging. In distinctive and important ways these narratives shape collective energies that influence beliefs, attitudes and aspirations, which work to narratively render the exceptional nature of violence manageable and mundane.

EXPLORING THE CULINARY TRAIL OF OLD DELHI

Forget the tourist traps! This expedition dives deep into the labyrinthine heart of Old Delhi, where history whispers on every spice. Laden breeze. Our odyssey begins at Karim's, a legendary haunt were generations. Old recipes cast a spell with their melt in your mouth mutton curries.Next, we weave through the labyrinthine by lanes of Matia Mahal. Here, the air hangs heavy with the intoxicating aroma of sizzling kebabs at Quereshi Kabab, a secret haven for succulent skewers passed down through family lore. Paratha Wali Gali, a hidden lane teeming with life, beckons with its endless symphony of crispy, stuffed parathas – a testament to the city's mastery of flatbreads. But Old Delhi is more than just Savory delights. Padam Chaat Corner and Bishan Swaroop Chaat Bhandar are vibrant explosions of flavour, a kaleidoscope of textures and tangy chutneys that redefine Delhi's famed street food culture. Our journey wouldn't be complete without a sweet surrender. Chaina Ram Sindhi Halwai's legendary jalebis, their syrupy coils a fiery orange against the bustling backdrop, are pure indulgence. To cleanse the palate, Natraj Dahi Bhalla offers a symphony of creamy yogurt dumplings and tangy chutneys – a refreshing counterpoint. This exploration transcends mere taste buds. We peel back the layers of history, uncovering the stories woven into each dish. We will delve into the cultural influences that shaped Old Delhi's cuisine, the significance of each spice, and the generations old traditions that bind families and street vendors in a delicious communion. This paper isn't just a guide; it's an invitation. Join us on an immersive adventure, where every bite unravels the heart and soul of this historic city. Let Old Delhi whisper its secrets to you, one delicious morsel at a time. Key words: Old Delhi, cuisine, culinary tourism history, cultural tourism

Thai Rap Songs Through the World Englishes Approach: Code-Switching and Nativization

Abstract This study examines the English elements and nativized English features present in recent Thai rap songs. The source data comes from a Thai rap playlist called Thai Rapper on the online music platform Spotify. All English units found in the lyrics were manually counted and classified. The results diverged from most studies of Thai-English code-switching in Thai media in that, among the English elements considered, sentences were employed most frequently. Among nativized English features, semantic shift was most frequently employed. I argue that the local and global English identity flows (Pennycook 2009) index a shift in the Thai rap community toward assimilation of their Thai hip-hop identity into global street culture, a phenomenon becoming more prevalent among today’s Thai youth.

Out of Apartheid’s (Racial) Corner: One Man’s Journey from Bare-Fists to Bible-Puncher

Raymond Mentor tells the story of personal transformation, from being a feared gangster to a preacher, through the sport of boxing. Placing boxing in the context of South Africa’s history of forced displacements, Mentor’s relationship with the sport gives us rare insights into how uprooted communities (re)built their lives while negotiating questions of racial and more localised identities. The reading of Mentor’s life through boxing, against the background of the internal configurations of daily life under apartheid, provides a counter to the broad brush of liberation history that privileges the struggle against apartheid while also highlighting ways of living that allowed imaginative negotiation of the violent street culture of apartheid’s newly constructed racial communities.

Exploring Consumer Perceptions and Value Addition in Street Cuisine: A Case of Kalai Ruti

Aims: The study focused on Kalai Ruti, a popular street food made from black gram in Chapai Nawabganj, Bangladesh. It is aimed to examine the potential for enhancing the dish’s value and to assess consumer attitudes towards street food in that region. Study Design: This study adopted quantitative approach where purposive sampling technique was used to select the sample size. Face-to-face interviews were performed with a structured questionnaire facilitated in-depth interactions with the respondent to reach the goal. Methodology: The research involved direct surveys with 100 Kalai Ruti customers and 30 local vendors. It is employed multiple linear regression and descriptive statistics to analyze data. This included examining the value addition from incorporating various meats and vegetables typical in Bangladeshi cuisine of Kalai Ruti, as well as analyzing the cost and selling price of these ingredients. Results: Findings showed significant value addition from different meats: BDT 370.07 per kg for chicken, BDT 988.3 per kg for beef, BDT 386.03 per kg for duck, and BDT 38.8 per kg for eggplant. Consumer’s feedback was overwhelmingly positive, with over 76% of participants expressing favorable opinions. The analysis also revealed that the street food culture around Kalai Ruti is shaped by a blend of value addition, consumer preferences, and socio-demographic factors. It is also seen that education, family size, and income had minor effects, age, gender, occupation, and marital status significantly influenced consumer choices. Conclusion: The study offers valuable insights that can help enhance marketing strategies and support the sustainable development of the street food sector in the area. Furthermore, it is opening the gate of future research on this sector to discover the scope and expansion of Kalai Ruti’s market.

Research on the Current Situation and Strategies of Street Dance Elective Courses at Ningxia University

This paper takes the street dance elective courses at Ningxia University as the research object. By employing questionnaire surveys, interviews, and logical analysis methods, this paper analyzes the current situation of street dance elective course teaching at Ningxia University. The research concludes the following points: 1. Students have a high interest in street dance. 2. There is a shortage of teaching staff. 3. Some students find it difficult to learn course content. Based on these findings, the following suggestions are proposed: 1. Further strengthen the campus promotion of street dance culture. 2. Enhance teaching staff capacity. 3. Adopt non-traditional teaching methods with a focus on fundamental training.

Characteristics of Japanese Social and Cultural Values from Harajuku Fashion

"Harajuku" is a representative fashion of Japanese street culture, and it has constructed the image of Japanese pop culture. This research analyzes the historical background and cultural causes behind Harajuku fashion and explains the internal and external causes of the formation and development of Harajuku fashion in terms of historical and economic backgrounds. So, the research analyzes the cultural characteristics of Japanese society from the perspective of fashion, and further reveals the logical interactions and intrinsic connections between the cultural representations and value theories. Through relevant research, it is concluded that there is a circular logical relationship between fashion characteristics and the social phenomena as their causes behind them, and it is also proposed that the establishment and dissemination of national characteristic cultural images require the operation of branding mechanisms and the value support of cultural genes. Overall, this study logically constructs and analyzes Harajuku fashion characteristics and cultural concepts, explains the national characteristics and cultural values of Japanese society from the social phenomenon, combines relevant fashion and social theories, and provides insights and reflections on the innovation and construction of the national and local cultural image and brand discourse.

Jihad and Heroic Hypermasculinity – Recruitment Strategies, Battlefield Experiences, and Returning Home

There is a gap in knowledge when it comes to jihadism and how it is associated with notions of masculinity. Especially empirical studies on masculinity that are based on interviews with active or former jihadists are lacking. This study seeks to analyze the role that notions of masculinity have played in different phases of jihadiship among Swedish jihadist foreign fighters, from recruitment to traveling to the conflict zone, and then eventually returning to Sweden. With a focus on heroic jihadist hypermasculinity, which is a form of hegemonic masculinity that exaggerates male stereotypical behavior such as violence and aggression, the study identifies five themes: Recruitment strategies and masculinity; from masculine failure to protecting sisters in faith; jihad and street culture; the warrior ideal; jihad, patriarchy, and brotherhood; and returning home and preventing re-emasculation. The empirical material is based on interviews with six Swedish jihadists and a former jihadist recruiter.

Identity Building through a Sense of Injustice for Housing Estate Kids Historical Transmission, Segregation Processes and Radical Stances

Made up for the most part of children of blue-collar workers and immigrants, the youth of French housing estates is yet denied the social organization of the labor community. The legacy of its working-class past is all the more heavy to carry that its present is as uneasy and uncertain as ever. This is why these young people have developed, over two generations, a way of life that is partly specific to them, from creating their own “street culture” to practicing Islam with varying degrees of assiduity, to starting a career in petty crimes – the latter aiming to counteract unemployment and general precariousness. While most are not delinquents, they are faced, as the “inheritors of the working-class neighborhoods,” with economic hardship and discrimination, making them the scapegoats of a country that yet is a democracy. That is why within less than 30 years, as a response to both social frustration and the contempt shown by elites and administrative institutions alike, a sense of collective injustice permeates the youth-and those who are now adults-in these neighborhoods.

Study on Protection and Renewal Design of Commercial Space in Furong Street Historical and Cultural District of Jinan

Study on Protection and Renewal Design of Commercial Space in Furong Street Historical and Cultural District of Jinan

PKM DALAM MENINGKATKAN LITERASI MELALUI BAHAN AJAR TEMATIK SAINTIFIK BERBASIS KEARIFAN LOKAL

The literacy movement is being carried out by the government nationally in various circles ranging from families, schools and communities. It is also entitled to be felt by all people including street children. For street children literacy culture also needs to be grown because their literacy is still low. This effort was carried out by increasing literacy in "Lotus" street children in the Social Barracks of Demaan Village, Kudus Regency, Central Java. Lack of interest in learning because teaching materials in schools are not easy for them to digest, making them less desirable and a burden on them. Teaching materials that are made thematically presented in the form of reading about local wisdom around them are expected to improve their literacy culture. The PKM is carried out by mentoring educational programs in the form of tutoring and training in improving literacy. In mentoring using teaching materials that have been developed by applying several methods. Like learning methods based on study groups according to age with approaches such as scientific, thematic, tutorial, drill and lecture. while the implementation of literacy training delivered good reading and writing methods. From this PKM activity, it was found that the level of enthusiasm of attendance was very high %80%, literacy ability had experienced an increase of> 10% with a significant.

The Insights of Japanese Street Stall Management and Cultural Design for the Development of China’s Street Economy

In the development processes of many countries, changes in economic policies, insufficient driving forces for economic development, and financial crises leading to rising unemployment have resulted in the expansion of the street economy. As a significant component of informal employment, the street economy holds crucial significance in addressing livelihood issues and promoting urban economic growth. Therefore, measures and policies that regulate, guide, and support the development of the street economy need to be implemented. This paper, through the compilation of data and relevant research works on street economies in China and Japan, explores the relevance and insights of Japanese street stall management and cultural design for the development of China's street economy. It begins by discussing the background of Japan's street stall economy, conducting a detailed analysis of the effectiveness of its management models and the uniqueness of its cultural design, highlighting the advantages of Japanese street stalls. Next, it introduces the current status of China's street economy development and emphasizes the current attention on the "micro" economy, along with the pressing issues it faces. It then compares the street economies of both China and Japan, emphasizing the strengths of Japan's street economy and the shortcomings in China's low-carbon economic development. Taking into account the development status of China's street economy, it examines the relevance and insights for China's street economy development. Finally, it concludes by summarizing the significant potential of street economy development and suggests the importance of establishing clear legal provisions to positively influence its growth.

Acting crazy: A strategy on the streets of Copenhagen

US studies of street culture note that acting ‘crazy’ can provide status on the street, but rarely elaborate on this phenomenon. Based on several years of participant observation in the street culture of a disadvantaged part of Copenhagen, this article provides an in-depth analysis of the phenomenon of ‘craziness’. It reveals that it is a nuanced and multifaceted phenomenon and that street actors can strategically act crazy to gain several advantages. It further explains how ‘craziness’ has to be tempered with other amiable characteristics to be beneficial in street culture, and how it can also be advantageous in dealings with state institutions, as well as a disadvantage in mainstream society.

Hygiene Awareness Among Fuchka Vendors and Consumers in Bangladesh: A Study on Social Determinants of Health

The article, "Hygiene Awareness Among Fuchka Vendors and Consumers in Bangladesh: A Study on Social Determinants of Health," delves into the intricate relationships between social determinants of health (SDH) and hygiene practices in the context of street food culture in Bangladesh, with a particular emphasis on the popular snack, Fuchka. Drawing from extensive fieldwork, including focus group discussions with consumers and in-depth interviews with Fuchka vendors, the study seeks to understand the health implications of Fuchka consumption, the reasons behind its widespread appeal, and the lived experiences of both vendors and consumers. Results reveal a substantial impact of factors like income, education, occupation, and gender norms on hygiene awareness and practices. This is particularly evident when assessing the quality and safety of street foods, with issues like lack of sanitation, use of contaminated water, and exposure to environmental contaminants coming to the fore. The study also highlights the varied experiences of consuming Fuchka across socio-economic strata, emphasizing the disparities in hygiene standards between upscale restaurants and street vendors. Moreover, the paper underscores the critical role of city corporations in regulating street food vending and the urgent need for comprehensive policies that address these SDH to improve public health. Through this lens, the article provides a holistic understanding of the interplay between social determinants, hygiene practices, and health outcomes in the vibrant street food scene of Bangladesh.

Retracted: Research on the Effective Fusion of Traditional Art and Old Street Culture Construction Based on Fuzzy Algorithm

Retracted: Research on the Effective Fusion of Traditional Art and Old Street Culture Construction Based on Fuzzy Algorithm

Стритфуд – потенциальное наследие гастрономической культуры Вьетнама

In Vietnam, the pedestrian zone exists as a unique multi-dimensional cultural space. The sidewalk is not only responsible for color rendering in the overall urban image and fulfilling its main functions, it is also a place for small business economic activities, a unique art space and a vibrant space of memory. This is where street food originated, showcasing the characteristics of the culinary culture of the region, province and city of the country. Each dish is presented in ready-made or processed form, served on the spot according to the custom-ers’ request, very varied and attractive with many different tastes. In large cities there are more stalls, mobile shops, creating a colorful picture of gastronomic culture. This study aims to investigate the role of Vietnamese street food culture as a potential heritage that determines the spread of gastronomic culture and the develop-ment of Vietnam’s tourism economy.

Constructivism as a Popular Musical Narrative in Serbia: Changing of Sound, Ideological and Visual Monopoly in Serbian Music Industry

The fact that popular culture and music, as part of the mainstream, continuously change and adapt, places them within the framework of contemporary critical theory. In this paper popular music is analyzed through the adaptation of the production of meaning to the dominant ideology and thus enables the understanding of the connection between socio-cultural parameters, language system, political, economic factors, and art. As a reflection of socio-political references, in Serbia, in the last three decades, musical ideas that grew out of the folk and street culture of the city have become intertwined. This paper represents a sociolinguistic analysis of the new musical thought of the singer-songwriter Ana Đurić, who goes by the artistic name Konstrakta, who, within the campaign for the Eurovision Song Contest in May 2022 in Turin, extended her artistic influence beyond the national borders of Serbia. In the analyzed musical content, socio-political and economic concepts of reality in Serbia stand out. From the critical theory standpoint, music is placed sociolinguistically and is interpreted from textual, visual, musical, and non-musical (informative) aspects. The results of such analysis confirm its multimodal function and form a special narrative in which reality in music is represented by music within the framework of reality. Showing the ability to combine the elements of her own both musical and non-musical expression, Ana Đurić proved herself to be comprehensible to an audience of all ages, to those who understand Serbian, but also to others who understand Konstrakta’s parallel, visual language. The narrative she creates leads to the conclusion that the level of music consumption as pure entertainment has become a secondary track of the Serbian musical mainstream. In the strength of Ana Đurić’s social engagement, the recognizable antagonism of old and new musical ideas shapes the original Serbian musical language of the 21st century – clear and independent of the inertia of current musical high-production.