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Published by Dicha “Doch” Fernaldi on April 24, 2025
Nights are not always quiet in Tuban, a seaside town where temple walls meet salt-sprayed air and time seems to move a little more slowly. Pecel Pojok Bongkaran, a haven of warmth nestled in Pasar Bongkaran, quietly comes to life...
Published by Dicha “Doch” Fernaldi on April 13, 2025
Tahu Teck Sidodadi has been a favored culinary gem in the heart of Tuban for over fifteen years. A little cart tucked aside on the packed sidewalks, it has evolved to be a beloved place for people to congregate at...
Published by Firman Subekti on April 13, 2025
Some places don’t call you with noise—they wait in silence, tucked between the folds of daily life, until you're ready to listen. That’s exactly what Goa Akbar is like. Hidden just behind the local market in Tuban, East Java, this...
Published by Firman Subekti on April 10, 2025
In the coastal town of Tuban, where life drifts between the call to prayer and the rhythm of motorcycles gliding through narrow streets, there’s a food cart that quietly holds a place in the town’s collective heart. It appears like...
Published by Firman Subekti on April 7, 2025
In Tuban, a small coastal town on the northern edge of East Java, the nights of Ramadhan carry a sound unlike anywhere else. It’s not the call of city lights or passing traffic — it’s the organic clatter of bamboo,...
Published by Firman Subekti on March 28, 2025
Where village life flows in harmony with nature, a timeless tradition continues to thrive—rooted in the crystal-clear waters of Pemandian Bektiharjo, a sacred spring that has nourished generations. More than just a place to swim, Bektiharjo is a symbol of...
Published by Firman Subekti on March 22, 2025
In the heart of Tuban, where the rhythm of daily life pulses through its small streets and warungs, there exists a culinary gem hidden in plain sight–Pelas Palang Bu Kastri. No sign marks its presence, nor does it appear on...
Published by Dicha 'Doch' Fernaldi on March 13, 2025
Situated at the heart of Tuban, Alun-Alun Tuban has long been a cultural and social focal point. Rooted in Javanese tradition, the town square serves as a communal hub, hosting public gatherings, religious events, and daily interactions. Its proximity to...
Published by Firman Subekti on March 4, 2025
At a time when food prices continue to soar and the culinary world is shifting toward modern, high-end concepts, a humble stall in Tuban remains unchanged. Pak Suismaun’s nasi goreng, priced at just Rp5,000, continues to serve the community–not with...
Published by Firman Subekti on February 21, 2025
In the heart of Pasar Baru Tuban, where the market hums with life, one small stall has been a refreshing constant for nearly 40 years-Es Campur Bu Karnifah. Long before the market’s facelift, this humble spot was already a favorite...
Published by Firman Subekti on January 11, 2025
Nestled in the center of Tuban, Pasar Baru Tuban stands as one of the city’s most iconic hubs of activity. Established around 1980, the market has witnessed decades of change, evolving alongside the community it serves. Operating from the early...
