Bakpia Pathok
USD 2–5 · From Yogyakarta
Small, oven-baked bean-filled pastries that are the essential Jogja edible gift.
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Where to buy: Bakpia Pathok 25 shops in the Pathok area.
What to Buy in Indonesia
Local goods and souvenirs worth bringing home — with photos, typical prices, and where to buy them.
Hand-carved wooden masks
USD 20–150 · From Bali
Traditional masks used in temple dances, carved by hand from hibiscus or suar wood.
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Where to buy: Mas Village along the main road south of central Ubud.
Sterling silver jewelry
USD 50–300 · From Bali
Intricate granulation and wire-work styles unique to island metalworking traditions.
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Where to buy: Tulola Jewelry or local silver boutiques on Jalan Raya Seminyak.
Hand-Carved Balinese Mask
USD 20–150 · From Bali
Hibiscus or pule wood carvings used in temple ceremonies and traditional dance.
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Where to buy: Village galleries in Mas; Tegallalang artisan workshops.
Hand-painted silk sarongs
USD 15–80 · From Bali
Wax-resist dyed cloth featuring traditional motifs perfect for beach wear or decorative throws.
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Where to buy: Batik Keris flagship store.
Hand-drawn Batik Cloth
USD 30–300 · From Yogyakarta
The intricate wax-resist patterns are drawn by hand using a canting tool.
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Where to buy: Batik Winotosastro or Danar Hadi in the city center.
Blangkon (traditional batik cap)
USD 5–20 · From Yogyakarta
This stiffened batik cap is a classic element of traditional Javanese dress.
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Where to buy: Pasar Beringharjo
Dried Cashew Nuts
USD 5–20 · From West Nusa Tenggara
Local cashews are harvested in quantity and sold raw or lightly salted.
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Where to buy: Local roadside stalls along the route to Kuta
Kopi Luwak Coffee
USD 20–80 · From Bali
Rare beans processed by wild palm civets, offering a smooth, earthy profile.
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Where to buy: Teba Sari Agro Tourism; certified local coffee roasteries in Ubud center.
Flores Arabica Coffee
USD 8–20 · From East Nusa Tenggara
High-altitude beans known for a rich body and notes of sweet cocoa.
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Where to buy: Local specialty coffee shops like Bajo Coffee.
Pearl Jewelry
USD 50–500 · From East Nusa Tenggara
The waters off Flores produce high-quality saltwater pearls sold by regional farms.
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Where to buy: Boutique galleries specializing in regional pearl cultivation.
Javanese Gamelan Instrument
USD 100–2000 · From Yogyakarta
Hand-forged bronze percussion instruments that define the sound of Javanese classical music.
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Where to buy: Specialized metalworking workshops in the outer villages.
Terracotta Earthenware
USD 5–100 · From Yogyakarta
The Kasongan village is famous for traditional unglazed clay vessels and modern sculptures.
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Where to buy: Kasongan Pottery Village showrooms.
Lombok Coffee
USD 5–15 · From West Nusa Tenggara
Robust, dark-roasted beans cultivated in the highland volcanic soil near Mount Rinjani.
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Where to buy: Cakranegara market stalls
Ikat textiles
USD 30–200 · From Bali
Hand-dyed cotton or silk featuring intricate geometric patterns woven on traditional backstrap looms.
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Where to buy: Biasa in Seminyak or Threads of Life store.
Hand-Woven Ikat Textiles
USD 25–200 · From Bali
Complex patterns created by resist-dyeing threads before weaving, reflecting generations of Balinese artistry.
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Where to buy: Tenganan Village weavers, Threads of Life gallery in Ubud.
Kebaya blouse
USD 25–150 · From Jakarta
Intricate lace tailoring defines this elegant staple of Indonesian national dress.
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Where to buy: Thamrin City Trade Mall
Kopi Luwak (coffee)
USD 20–100 · From Bali
Wild-sourced coffee processed by palm civets; check the farm reputation for animal welfare.
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Where to buy: Satria Agrowisata
Lombok Ikat Weaving
USD 20–60 · From West Nusa Tenggara
Hand-dyed cotton fabrics featuring complex geometric motifs from local weavers.
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Where to buy: Local boutiques near the night market area.
Sasak Reed Basketry
USD 10–60 · From West Nusa Tenggara
Durable, hand-braided containers made from native grasses by village women in rural areas.
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Where to buy: Loyok bamboo and reed craft cooperative
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