Published: 30-09-2026

Editorial

From the Editor

Navigating Tradition, Mediation, and the Persistence of Cultural Meaning

Safrizal Shahir

i–ii

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Original Articles

The Evolution of the Visual Symbols of the Chinese Mythological Character Nezha from the 12th to the 21st Century

Xiuhua Zhao, Olga Yezhova, Kalina Pashkevych

1–16

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The Chatr as a Political Symbol in Islamic Miniature Painting

Bahattin Yaman, Fatma Nilhan Özaltın

17–34

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Ornaments and Woodcarving Design of Traditional Malay Houses: Comparative Study of Rumah Limas Johor in Tangkak, Muar, Batu Pahat, and Pontian

Hanita Yusof, Azmal Sabil, Muhamad Hanafi Rahmat, Nur Nasuha Abd Salam

35–48

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Crafting Chinese Cultural Identity: The Role of Traditional Artisans in George Town World Heritage Site

Niao Xu, Norfarizah Mohd Bakhir

49–66

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Peranakan Baba and Nyonya Kasut Manik: A Gateway to Preserving Local Art Content in Malaysia

Nor Sofiatul Akma Jamaludin, Mohammad Dzulsyafiq Mohammad Yusoff, Ahmad Nizam Othman

67–81

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It’s Me, Hi, I’m the Fandom, It’s Me: How Swifties Helped Build The Eras Tour

Pravina Manoharan

82–97

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Culturally Driven Emotional Connection in Technology Acceptance: Extending TAM for Elderly Smartphone Interface Design

Huang Linqi, Rasslenda Rass Rasalingam, Norfarizah Mohd Bakhir

98–119

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From Myth to Meaning: A Thick Translation Perspective on the Xuánniǎo Motif in Guizhou Batik

Jixin Huang, Haslina Haroon

120–137

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Review

Systematic Literature Review: The Seen and Unseen Symbols and Functions in the Barong Ket Mask

Asthararianty, Imam Santosa, Irfansyah, I Nyoman Larry J

138–151

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Contributors

Contributors

152–154

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