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7 Finest Batik Shops in Jakarta

Hello FlokqJune 11, 2020

Batik is the most common Indonesian heritage you will find while living in the country. This particular garment is an Indonesian technique of wax-resist dyeing applied to whole cloth. There are a lot of colors, patterns of Batik, which make each of them is very unique. People in Indonesia usually wear Batik on special occasions and some wear them every Friday to the office.

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What is even more unique from batik is the smell. Walking into a batik store, you will notice the distinctive aroma of it. Batik uses natural materials for cloth such as cotton and the more expensive one, silk. However, to keep your batik in excellent condition, you should take care of it properly. Harsh chemical detergents will damage your Batik. Instead, wash it with lerak. They usually sell it at batik stores. If you want to get your finest batik, plan your visit to these recommended batik stores:

1. Batik Keris

Established in 1946, Batik Keris is one of the most sought-after batik producers in Indonesia. Started as a home industry, Batik Keris managed to expand to large garment factories across the country. If you want to go match your batik with your family members, Batik Keris has some family collections. Their vision is to conserve the nation’s culture. Not only clothes, but they also sell handicrafts and souvenirs with the brand “Keris Griya”. Batik Keris can be found in numerous malls, but if you want to go to the most complete store, head to Keris Gallery in Menteng. 

Phone Number: (021) 31926908

Social Media: @batikkerisindo on Instagram

Address: 

• Jl. HOS. Cokroaminoto No.87, RT.3/RW.5, Menteng, Central Jakarta City, Jakarta 10310
• Pondok Indah Mall 2 Lt. 2 No.225, Jalan Metro Pondok Indah, RT.1/RW.16, Pd. Pinang, Kec. Kby. Lama, Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12310
• Central Park, Letjen S. Parman St No.28, RT.12/RW.6, South Tanjung Duren, Grogol petamburan, West Jakarta City, Jakarta 11470

Opening Hours: 

10.00 – 22.00 (Monday – Friday)

09.30 – 21.30 (Saturday – Sunday)

2. Danar Hadi

Danar Hadi originated in Solo, where a couple starts off a home industry in 1967. They take the roots of batik as Indonesian national treasure. As time goes by, Danar Hadi adapted to the modern world, yet still holding on to traditional values. It can be seen through the products they sell which vary from the classic batik to contemporary ones sold under the brand DAYS by Danar Hadi. 

Phone Number: (021) 31923663

Social Media: @danarhadi_id on Instagram

Address: 

• Jl. Raden Saleh Raya No.1 A, RT.2/RW.2, Kenari, Kec. Senen, Kota Jakarta Pusat, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 10430
• Jl. Prof. DR. Soepomo No.13, RT.2, Tebet Bar., Kec. Tebet, Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12810
• Jl. Melawai Raya 69 -70, RT.4/RW.6, Kramat Pela, Kec. Kby. Baru, Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12130

Opening Hours: 

09.00 – 22.00 (Monday – Saturday)

09.00 – 17.00 (Sunday)

3. Iwan Tirta

Iwan Tirta offers luxurious masterpieces that are created with the help of the finest artisans. Providing the best batik for both men and women, Iwan Tirta’s products are expensive compared to Batik sold in other stores. If you are looking for the finest Batik, then Iwan Tirta will be your best choice.

Phone Number: (021) 3143122

Social Media: @iwantirta_batik on Instagram

Address: 

• Jl. Panarukan No.25, RT.10/RW.6, Menteng, Kec. Menteng, Kota Jakarta Pusat, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 10230
• Jl. Wijaya XIII No.11 A, RT.2/RW.5, Melawai, Kec. Kby. Baru, Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12160
• Pondok Indah Mall 2, Jl. Metro Pondok Indah, RT.1/RW.16, Pd. Pinang, Kec. Kby. Lama, Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12310

Opening Hours: 08.00 – 17.00 (Monday – Friday)

4. Alleira

Alleira comes from the word “allure”. This brand was crafted to be alluring by the finest artists. With their creativity, they create batik up to the market demand and the current trend to live up with the modern world. Alleira also provides family collections so you can match your Batik with your spouse and children!

Phone Number: (021) 29923738

Social Media: @alleira_batik on Instagram

Address: 

• Jl. M.H. Thamrin No.28-30, RT.9/RW.5, Gondangdia, Menteng, Central Jakarta City, Jakarta 10350
• Plaza Senayan Mall, Jalan Asia Afrika No.8, Tanah Abang, RT.1/RW.3, Gelora, Jakarta Pusat, Kota Jakarta Pusat, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 10270
• Senayan City 2nd Floor Unit 117, Jalan Asia Afrika Lot 19, Gelora, Tanah Abang, RT.1/RW.3, Gelora, Kota Jakarta Pusat, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 10270

Opening Hours: 10.00 – 22.00 (Monday – Sunday)

5. Bateeq

Since 2013, Bateeq offers a fresh, fashion-forward take on batik through their clothing line for men, women, and children. Bateeq has many branches in numerous shopping malls across the country. Their products are relatively cheap, so you can stock them up for your Friday go-to office attire!

Phone Number: (021) 29924159

Social Media: @bateeqshop on Instagram

Address: 

• Plaza Indonesia, Jl. M.H. Thamrin No.28-30, RT.9/RW.5, Gondangdia, Kec. Menteng, Kota Jakarta Pusat, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 10350
• Cibubur Junction, Jl. Jambore No.1, Cibubur, Kec. Ciracas, Kota Jakarta Timur, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 13720
• Pacific Place, Jl. Jend. Sudirman No.52-53, RT.5/RW.3, Senayan, Kec. Kby. Baru, Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12190

Opening Hours: 10.00 – 22.00 (Monday – Sunday)

6. Parang Kencana

Established over two decades ago, Parang Kencana batik remains created using traditional techniques by skilled artisans- even when the brand has evolved to offer a range of modern and classic choices of fashion and home living accessories. They provide not only clothes with an extensive range of colors for men and women, but also shawl and sarong. 

Phone Number: (021) 23581949

Social Media: @parangkencana on Instagram

Address: 

• Plaza Indonesia, Jl. Kebon Kacang Raya No.28-30, RT.9/RW.5, Kb. Kacang, Kecamatan Tanah Abang, Kota Jakarta Pusat, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 10350
• Plaza Senayan 1F Unit 175C, 177C, Jl. Asia Afrika, RT.1/RW.3, Gelora, Kota Jakarta Pusat, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 10270
• Grand Indonesia Shopping Town, West Mall, UG Floor, Jl. M.H. Thamrin No.1, Kebon Melati, Tanah Abang, Central Jakarta City, Jakarta 10230

Opening Hours: 10.00 – 22.00 (Monday – Sunday)

7. POPULO Batik

POPULO Batik is unlike any other. They design a batik line with one side that has a strong base in traditional batik, and the other side has an international design approach referring to the pattern, color use, and silhouettes. POPULO Batik produces limited individual products by the handmade manufacturing process and no mass-market products. They work with small workshops in Indonesia and maintain the most sustainable, fair, and eco-friendly supply chain. 

Phone Number: (+62) 811 9318 877

Social Media: @populobatik on Instagram

Address: Jl. Terusan Hang Lekir 1 No.25, RT.5/RW.8, Grogol Sel., Kec. Kby. Lama, Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12220

Opening Hours: 09.00 – 18.00 (Monday – Friday)

Wherever you want to buy batik, make sure that it fits with your personal style. Plus, it is also important to know the brief history and the story behind batik patterns. Some patterns might intentionally for a particular occasion such as a wedding. Other than that, happy shopping!