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Javanese-culture

Art & Culture 8 months ago

Essay: Happy Lebaran, enjoy 'Ketupat'

The tradition of consuming ketupat is said to originate from the symbol of the Javanese la...

Books 8 months ago

Unravelling Kartini's story and thoughts

Kartini is more than just a one-dimensional figure. Her story and legacy deserve to be celebrated ev...

Art & Culture 9 months ago

Semar in the eyes of Sohieb Toyaroja

In life, painter Sohieb Toyaroja looks up to Semar, the divine jester.

Art & Culture 9 months ago

Dewabrata: A man's devotion to his father and country

Dance company Padneçwara showcased their mastery over Javanese classical dance at Taman Ismai...

Opinion 10 months ago

Commentary: Of horses, motorcycles and rivalry between men

While signaling that he is the man of the people, which is crucial in his bid for a second term in o...

News 11 months ago

Free tabloid in Javanese language targets Yogyakarta youth

The culture agency in Yogyakarta is set to publish a free Javanese tabloid next month.

Entertainment 11 months ago

Against all odds, Javanese-language film ‘Yowis Ben’ attracts 800,000 viewers

Romantic comedy film Yowis Ben has reportedly attracted around 800,000 viewers within three weeks.

Art & Culture 11 months ago

Performing arts festival returns to Surakarta palace

The annual Mangkunegaran Performing Arts festival will run from March 16 to 17 at the Pura Mangkuneg...

Lifestyle 1 year ago

Getting to know traditional Javanese rituals in First Daughter's wedding

President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo's daughter Kahiyang Ayu is set to tie the knot with Muh...

National 1 year ago

50 pedicabs to serve guests of Jokowi's daughter's wedding

As many as 50 pedicab drivers have been prepared to take the guests the wedding of President Jokowi&...