The Osing people are a sub-ethnic group in East Java who practice a unique blend of Javanese, Hindu-Balinese, and Islamic traditions.
The village is home to the Barong Kemiren, a specific sacred dance performance that is only held during certain customary ceremonies.
Houses are traditionally constructed without nails, using a timber-joining technique designed to withstand seismic activity.
The village is famous for its 'tumpeng sewu' ritual, a communal feast where hundreds of tumpeng cones are laid out on the streets.
Local residents produce and roast their own 'Kopi Osing', a distinct coffee variety processed through traditional methods.
Tourism Village Osing, also known as Desa Wisata Kemiren, is a preserved settlement dedicated to the indigenous Osing tribe of East Java. The village serves as a living museum for traditional Osing culture, focusing on customs, architecture, and agricultural practices. Visitors can observe the distinct 'tikel balung' roof style of traditional wooden houses that line the main paths. The site features recreational swimming pools fed by natural springs integrated into the rural landscape. Local homestays allow for immersion in the daily routines of the village residents. The community frequently hosts performances of Barong Kemiren, a traditional dance originating from this specific region. It is recognized as a center for preserving the Javanese-Balinese influence unique to Banyuwangi's heritage. The area remains an active agricultural hub where local coffee production is a staple economic activity.
The main village path lined with traditional wooden 'tikel balung' houses.
Participate in a coffee roasting workshop to see the traditional manual methods still used by local farmers.
Hire a local guide to explain the architectural significance of the different house styles, as there is little signage.
Ask for permission before photographing residents or their private home interiors.
Do not treat the village purely as a resort; maintain a respectful distance from private ceremonies unless invited.
Dress modestly as this is a living, traditional community; remove shoes when entering any private home.
