Makepung the Unique Buffalo Race of Bali
Makepung is an annual event which is held in Bali, Indonesia. “Makepung” is a Balinese language which can be translated as ‘chasing one-another’.
Makepung game was first held in 1970’s and until now has had some changes in rules and the property. In origin, Makepung was played by the farmers during their resting farming in rice field.
The buffalo used in this game was stringed in a carriage. But today Makepung uses a pair of buffalos and a smaller size of carriage. The buffalos for this game are made-up in a more colorful and more stylish head-accessories and made like crown. Green flags are put in each side of the carriage.
Samurai the Spirit of Japan
Hearing the word ‘Japan‘ , for me, there are so many things that cross my mind. First, my mind jump to a wonderful white-pinkish sakura. Then I remember sunrise, as picturised in Japanese national flag. Then again I remember the term ‘samurai‘.
Samurai
As I do my surfing across the world wide web, Samurai can be identified as a social community of Japanese heroes/soldiers. The Japanese always keeps a deep pride towards samurai.
The greatness of samurai is depicted by their above-common ability. In some stories, a Samurai can move as fast as wind. A samurai is a martial art’s expert, and their sword can even able to break the heavy rocks, and many other amazing skills they have.
It is said that the samurai noble value have been in the blood of the Japanese until the recent days. The Japanese are known with their persistent, tough, and won’t give up on things.
Philosophy of Capoeira
Capoeira
The spreading of Capoeira is very much contributed by Mestre. Mestre is a term for Capoeira’s teacher. One of the great Mestre is Mestre Bimba.
Though considered as a martial art which is dominated by agressive movement, Capoeira has a deep philosophy.
In Brazilian language, Capoeira is translated as low grass. This means, a capoeirista must not snob. A Capoeirista must keep their feet on the ground and avoid hostilities toward others.
Capoeira now has been the heart of Brazil. It has been one original culture the world entitiled. Capoeira is popularly know as it’s art than the force and violence.
