Indonesian youth are foodies at heart, with a love for trying new and exciting culinary experiences. Traditional dishes, such as nasi goreng and gado-gado, remain popular, but young Indonesians are also eager to try out international cuisine, including Korean, Japanese, and Western food.

: While politically engaged, youth are skeptical of traditional institutions. They prefer online activism and demand transparency and accountability from both brands and the government. Campaign Indonesia Economic Priorities

Local indie bands singing in Indonesian (such as Hindia, Feast, and Nadin Amizah) enjoy massive, cult-like followings because their lyrics address specific local youth anxieties.