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Javanese Etiquette 101: How to Be Polite (and Avoid Awkwardness)

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Javanese etiquette showing respect and humility.

By Ky Tutur, Javanese Culturalist • Updated on September 26, 2025 Traveling to Java is an immersion into a world of ancient temples, stunning landscapes, and a culture shaped by Javanese etiquette. For many visitors, the most confusing part of the experience is not the language barrier but understanding Javanese etiquette and its unspoken social… Baca selengkapnya: Javanese Etiquette 101: How to Be Polite (and Avoid Awkwardness)

Javanese Culture: The Rich Indonesian Traditions Beyond Coffee

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Javanese culture Wayang Kulit, Gamelan, temple, volcano

When you hear the word “Java,” what comes to mind? For most people in the Western world, it’s either a morning cup of coffee or a ubiquitous programming language. But what if I told you that these associations barely scratch the surface of Javanese culture, a living tradition that has shaped one of the world’s… Baca selengkapnya: Javanese Culture: The Rich Indonesian Traditions Beyond Coffee