Indonesia · Art & Craft

8-Hour Javanese Archery Lesson in Yogyakarta with Jemparingan

8 Hours Round trip from Yogyakarta Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit a local artisan's shop where bandul, the target stick of Jemparingan, is made
02 Witness the art of making jemparing and gendewo, the bow and arrow used in Jemparingan
03 Enjoy a lunch of Javanese traditional food and drinks
04 Practice Jemparingan with professional coaches to master the technique

Exercise your body and soul by learning Jemparingan, the ancient Javanese art of archery, with professional coaches. Visit a local artisan's shop where bandul, the target stick of Jemparingan, is made, learn its philosophy, and make your own handmade bandul to take home as a souvenir. Witness the art of making jemparing and gendewo, the bow and arrow used in Jemparingan, and gain insights into the materials, components, and techniques behind good quality bows. Enjoy a lunch of Javanese traditional food and drinks before practicing Jemparingan to master the technique.

Exercise your body and soul by learning Jemparingan, the ancient Javanese art of archery, with professional coaches.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Yogyakarta

Languages English, Indonesian

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Learn the Ancient Art of Javanese Archery

Meet at the appointed location on the outskirts of Yogyakarta city and receive a short briefing on the trip itinerary.
Visit a local artisan's shop where bandul, the target stick of Jemparingan, is made. Learn the philosophy of bandul, make your handmade bandul, and bring it home as a souvenir.
Visit the studio for the art of jemparing and gendewo, the bow and arrow used in Jemparingan. Get insights into how each component is produced, what kind of materials are used, and the techniques used to make good quality bows.
After enjoying Javanese traditional food and drinks for lunch, practice Jemparingan with professional coaches to master the technique.
Your tour guide will drop you off at the meeting point.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Yogyakarta 1 city · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Activity ticket
Lunch
Snacks, tea/coffee, and mineral water
Traditional Javanese snacks and drinks

What's Not Included

Pick-up and drop-off to/from the meeting point
Personal expenses
Additional tours

Know before you go

Dress modestly to respect locals. Indonesia is a conservative country where we preserve our cultures and values dearly.
Experience wearing traditional Javanese attire - kebaya and jarik.

Logistics