Going Offline: The Charm of Jakarta’s New Board Game Cafe Subculture
Jakarta has seen a rise in board game cafes. What’s happening and where should you go?
Jakarta as a Global Dining Destination: What’s Missing?
Jakarta is already a city with a serious dining scene. From bustling street stalls and food courts to high-end restaurants and bars, the capital’s culinary offering is vast and diverse. Yet while individual venues often shine on their own, the city as a whole has yet to make the leap into being recognised as a
The Role of Food in Society
Times have changed, and keep on changing, and we need to reassess the entire role of food in our lives. We used to – very, very, long ago when we were ‘hunter/gatherers’ – have a nicely balanced diet based mostly on fruit, nuts, forest products, small animals and fish, and occasionally a major hunt would
Meet the Makers: Food Edition
Developing alongside Indonesia’s burgeoning culinary industry are the country’s food producers. With consumers becoming increasingly conscious of where their food comes from, locally produced goods are gaining popularity, with qualities rising enough to pique the interest of premium hospitality venues and even overseas interest. Two unique brands are shifting the status of Indonesian produce, one
Going Further with Japan Airlines
From winning awards to an exciting collaboration with Garuda Indonesia that expands destinations in both Japan and Indonesia, Japan Airlines’ Country Manager for Indonesia, Ando Masato, shares the latest from Japan’s premium national carrier. Japan is the sixth biggest outbound destination from Indonesia, taking up around 4% of total outbound tourism (2025) and increasing annually.
Bali: Indonesia’s Wellness Haven
For decades, Bali has stood apart as a sanctuary for those seeking more than just a massage, a place where healing is understood as a holistic experience. Across the island, a full spectrum of wellness modalities thrives, from deeply spiritual practices rooted in Balinese Hinduism to cutting-edge biohacking and longevity treatments that rival any global
New Corporate ESG Reporting Requirements: Progress and Challenges
Currently adopted in over 140 countries, including members of the European Union, Australia, Canada, and many parts of Asia and Africa, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) play a vital role in commerce worldwide. Indonesian companies are therefore steadily aligning their national accounting and sustainability reports with new IFRS requirements to enhance their quality, transparency, and
Is Jakarta ‘Fit for Fitness?’
With more and more Jakarta residents adopting active lifestyles, the city’s urban landscape must adapt to its citizens’ needs. What’s driven this massive increase, and is Jakarta ready to accommodate this new culture? Strength in Numbers In April 2025, the fitness tracking and social networking application, Strava, introduced Bahasa Indonesia as an official language on
A Special Home for Special Children
Rumah Ceria Down Syndrome (RCDS) is more than a learning center, it is a sanctuary. Here, children and young adults with Down Syndrome are empowered to grow, express themselves, and take steps toward a more independent future. Tucked away in a quiet neighborhood, the cheerful sounds of laughter and purposeful activity spill out from a
From Clubs to Courts: The Rise of Social Sports in Jakarta
Social sports are gaining pace in Jakarta, hinting at a major lifestyle shift in the city. The nightlife in Jakarta was brought to a halt when the pandemic struck. Now, five years on, the much‑anticipated resurgence of neon‑lit dance floors has yet to materialise; instead, the spotlight has shifted to padel courts, golf courses and
The Ambassadors Round Table: Edition 6
NOW! Jakarta’s series of Ambassador interviews, which started back in 2023, continues with another incredible roundup of diplomats sharing their thoughts on their home countries’ relationship to Indonesia. There is so much activity in diplomatic, commercial and cultural interactions that goes unnoticed and unappreciated that we are proud to be able to help to assist
H3XPO Promotes Strategic Synergy Between the Hospitality Industry and Corporations
On Friday, 23 May 2025, H3 (Hotel Public Relations Association) Indonesia held H3XPO, the first exclusive B2B exhibition organised in collaboration with PERHUMAS (Indonesian Public Relations Association) at Autograph Tower, Thamrin Nine Complex, Jakarta. With the theme of ‘Connecting Hospitality & Corporate Synergy,’ the event was attended by members of both organisations, including hospitality industry
What Does the U.S. FCPA Pause Mean for Indonesia?
U.S. President Donald Trump recently signed an executive order titled “Pausing the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) Enforcement.” While the order may signal a shift in U.S. enforcement priorities, it raises urgent questions for global businesses: What does this mean for anticorruption efforts in Indonesia and worldwide? And how should companies, particularly those operating in
