Departing with pride in Indonesia’s potential, the Indonesia Pavilion is participating in Expo 2025 Osaka with the theme “Thriving in Harmony: Culture, Nature, Future.” The Indonesia Pavilion seeks to bring Indonesia’s culture and nature closer to the international community while introducing the country’s plans for sustainable development in the future.

The Astra Foundation, together with its partner communities, is present at Expo 2025 Osaka in support of the Pavilion’s vision and mission to preserve Indonesia’s traditions and culture while advancing alongside the nation’s progress.

One of Astra Foundation’s initiatives is the presentation of cultural performances held from May 29–31, 2025, at the Indonesia Pavilion. The Young Batik Makers Community brought two elementary school students and one accompanying teacher from Gunung Kidul to mentor visitors who wished to experience the art of batik making.

The Pea Nampa Ajat Dance, performed by SDN 023 Sepaku from East Kalimantan, tells the story of children helping their parents gather mintu to be woven into anjat (traditional baskets). The Seraung Dance, performed by SMPN 2 PPU from East Kalimantan, depicts the Dayak people farming while wearing seraung—a distinctive hat made from nipa leaves. The energy of togetherness and joy in working the fields is expressed through every dynamic and spirited movement.

A musical collaboration featuring the traditional instruments Sasando and Sape presented a beautiful fusion of two iconic sounds of the archipelago—Sasando from East Nusa Tenggara and Sape from Kalimantan. The melodies intertwined in harmony, blending the delicate plucking of the Sasando with the distinctive tones of the Sape in a captivating musical performance.

Astra Foundation’s Cultural Performances Enliven the Indonesia Pavilion