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To Bid Farewell in Tana Toraja
The tradition of honoring those who have passed before us is a vital part of civilization. By commemorating them, we pay respects to our...
Wahyu Handayani
Feb 263 min read


A Warm Afternoon with Nona Srikaya
In the heart of Jakarta’s fast-paced life, Teh Sore with Nona Srikaya created a space to slow down, connect, and appreciate Indonesia’s...
The Nusantara Bulletin
Feb 241 min read


Make-Belief: Amulets and Indonesian Mysticism
Whether warding off evil spirits, eradicating diseases, bringing good fortune, luck, or glory, amulets have played an active role in...
Wahyu Handayani
Jan 253 min read


Indonesian Week 2024: A Slice of Culture in Beppu
Did you know that in a quaint town on the southern coast of Japan, named Beppu, there’s a thriving community of Indonesian students? At...
The Nusantara Bulletin
Dec 20, 20242 min read


Trademark Market 2024 Vol. 2: Your Holiday Shopping Destination
As the year draws to a close, the holiday season offers the perfect opportunity to treat yourself or find special gifts for loved ones....
The Nusantara Bulletin
Nov 28, 20242 min read

Ubud Writers & Readers Festival 2024: A Gathering of Voices, Stories, and Shared Humanity
The Ubud Writers & Readers Festival (UWRF), one of Asia's most beloved literary gatherings, is just around the corner, set to return from...
The Nusantara Bulletin
Oct 1, 20243 min read


Celebrating 4 Years of Sonderlab
In recent years, South Jakarta has become a hotspot for Indonesia’s youth culture, often setting the trends that ripple throughout the...
The Nusantara Bulletin
Sep 5, 20243 min read


The Price of Purity: Commercializing Melukat
(Melukat ritual at Pura Mengening, image courtesy of Eka) Melukat, the revered Balinese Hindu ritual of self-cleansing and purification,...
Denisa Mayari
Aug 8, 20242 min read


Soto Ambengan Pak Sadi (ASLI): The Indonesian Dream
(Image by Facebook/Soto Ayam Ambengan Pak Sadi - asli / Gemaresto) Pak Sadi's is the true manifestation of "big city, big dreams" come...
Madeleine Setiono
Jul 24, 20243 min read


Heavy Metal in Indonesia: Challenging Societal Norms
(Image courtesy of Radar Solo) Did you know that Indonesia regularly hosts the largest heavy metal festival in Southeast Asia? This early...
Rumaisha Ghina
Jul 1, 20243 min read


Indonesia's Football Frenzy
(Image courtesy of PSSI) The sport that unites the world. Football for the rest of the world, and soccer for Americans. From sweaty kids...
Rumaisha Ghina
Jun 8, 20242 min read


Is It Greener in Aceh?
Aceh, a province located on the north of Sumatra, Indonesia, holds a unique perspective on two majorly opposite factors. Besides being...
Rumaisha Ghina
May 29, 20243 min read

Renjana Cita Srikandi: Unleashing the Potential of Indonesian Women
Women are the heartbeat of our communities and the backbone of our societies. Despite their crucial roles, many women still face barriers...
The Nusantara Bulletin
May 15, 20242 min read


Indonesian PR Excellence: Image Dynamics Named PR Agency of the Year
In a significant victory for Indonesia’s public relations industry, Image Dynamics, a local PR agency, won the prestigious title of PR...
The Nusantara Bulletin
Apr 2, 20242 min read


Baliho Blues: Visuals or Values?
As Indonesia finds itself in the last highs and lows of musim pemilu (voting season), the political landscape is ablaze with the spirited...
Denisa Mayari
Feb 7, 20243 min read


Analyzing Presidential Candidates’ Commitments to Culture
It's undeniable that many of us, as youth, feel uncertain when choosing our future president. Instead of abstaining from voting due to a...
Fiadhira Rasyah
Feb 5, 20246 min read


Shared Struggles and Strength of Indonesia and Palestine
Grand Mufti of Palestine, Sheikh Muhammad Amin al-Husaini, with Muhammad Ali Taher and Indonesians in Cairo. (Image credits: Indonesian...
Denisa Mayari
Feb 2, 20243 min read

Can Indonesia's Gastrodiplomacy Reach Greater Heights?
As we delve into the tantalizing world of Indonesian cuisine, one can't help but wonder: have we truly harnessed the full potential of...
Denisa Mayari
Nov 19, 20234 min read


“Kidung Asih” by Akhmad Zahran Nurrafi
This photoshoot portrays the story of a wealthy Javanese wife who had lost her beloved husband, a wealthy landowner who had provided her...
Akhmad Zahran Nurrafi
Apr 20, 20232 min read

Stop Calling It "Bali Belly"
(Image credits: galuhtati) The island of Bali, arguably the most popular tourist destination in Indonesia, is known for a number of...
Denisa Mayari
Feb 5, 20233 min read
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