Analisis Nilai Bushido dalam Manga Kimetsu no Yaiba Arc Mugen Train Karya Koyoharu Gotōge

Abstract

This study aims to identify Bushido values and analyze the manifestation of those values in the characters of the manga Kimetsu no Yaiba: Mugen Train Arc by Koyoharu Gotōge through a literary analysis approach. The study is based on two research questions: what Bushido values are found in Kimetsu no Yaiba: Mugen Train Arc, and how these values are manifested through the characters’ actions, speech, and moral decisions. The method used is descriptive qualitative with conceptual and contextual approaches. The theoretical framework of this study is supported by Nitobe’s theory of Bushido, Ahmad Tafsir’s theory of moral values, and Abrams’ contextual theory. The results show that there are seven Bushido values identified, namely Yū (courage), Gi (justice or integrity), Rei (courtesy), Chūgi (loyalty), Jin (benevolence), Makoto (sincerity and honesty), and Meiyo (honor). These Bushido values are manifested through the behavior of the main characters, especially Tanjiro and Rengoku, both in dialogue and actions. Therefore, Kimetsu no Yaiba: Mugen Train Arc as a manga not only presents a story of battle, but also represents Bushido moral values that are relevant to modern life.