Calling all Jakarta Parents! Found: 40k Rupiah of cartoon happiness at an East Jakarta Mall, B1 Floor
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2026-02-25
Looking for a sweet surprise in East Jakarta? Head to the basement of Buaran Plaza to find a humble stall crafting adorable, cartoon-shaped cotton candy. For 40k IDR, you get a super cute, photo-worthy treat that’s perfect for delighting kids or for anyone wanting a nostalgic taste of childhood. This local gem offers a simple, happy experience that’s a welcome break from the usual mall scene, guaranteed to bring a smile to anyone's face.
Every time I come to a mall in the East area, it always feels a bit cookie-cutter, until I went down to the basement level of Buaran Plaza... A sweet aroma pulled me right over, and I thought it was some new dessert shop.
Turns out it was just a small stall, but a few kids were already gathered around, their eyes lit up. The owner's hands were moving so fast, and in just a few moves, he made a super cute cartoon-shaped cotton candy[1]. It was so pink and tender, and the shape was so adorable, I almost couldn't bear to take a bite! Anjay, his skills are just too amazing!
I took a bite, and it had that pure cotton candy sweetness, not bad at all[2]. You're really just eating for the childhood memories and good vibes. The guy running the stall was also quite friendly. When he saw me taking pictures, he even deliberately held the cotton candy at a good angle for me. Mantap! 👍
To be honest, a cartoon-shaped one costs 40,000 IDR[3], and the one in a tub is a bit cheaper at 30,000 IDR[4]. For cotton candy itself, the price isn't cheap, but if it can make your kid scream with joy the whole way, I think this investment is worth it. 😂 I did a quick search, and the online rating was actually a perfect 5.0[5]... but then I looked closer and saw there was only one review, hahaha. As expected, for these kinds of small shops, you really have to check them out yourself to get the real picture.
Shop-Visiting Tips 📝
Next time you're in the East area and don't know where to Nongkrong with the kids, you can come here and buy a cotton candy to appease the "little monster" at home
- How to find it? Head straight to the basement level of Buaran Plaza, it's right in front of the Wardah cosmetics store[6]. Super easy to find, just follow the smell.
- Who is it for? Definitely a top choice for taking the kids out! Or for girls who want to reconnect with their inner child and take some cute photos, you can come here to Chill.
- Have the right mindset! Don't expect some big, trendy internet-famous shop. It's just a very lokal, down-to-earth little stall, focusing on being relaxed and cute.
- Basement find at Buaran Plaza! Cartoon-shaped cotton candy so cute you won't want to eat it. What kid could say no [1]?
- At 40k IDR, it's a bit pricey, but totally worth it for your kid's non-stop screams and happiness! 😂
- The friendly owner even helps you pose it for the perfect shot. Photo-ready 💯! A great spot to Chill with friends.
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