Jakarta, Sept. 30 -- The Banyumas Lengger dance has received an enthusiastic response from the people of Tokyo, Japan.

Dance maestro Rianto said public interest in learning the traditional art form from Banyumas, Central Java, is remarkably high.

According to Rianto, the attraction of Lengger lies in its rhythm, which offers a healing experience. He hopes the dance can serve as a medium to help reduce suicide rates in Japan.

"As a form of healing, because mobility in Japan is very high. Many people are under stress. Some even cried when they watched and wanted to learn," he said in Jakarta on Tuesday.

Through the Dewandaru Dance Company, managed by his Japanese wife, Rianto has involved not only local residents but also Indonesian mig...