Sarawak exhibits notable diversity in ethnicity, culture, and language. The Sarawakian culture has been influenced by Bruneian Malays of the coastal areas. Substantial cultural influences also came from the Chinese and British cultures. Sarawak craft has its own identity represent the diversity.
Ajar Kawang Rotan is a traditional basketry technique employed by the Penan ethnic group, one of the Malaysian state of Sarawak's indigenous communities. Weaving rotan (rattan) strips into a basket or bag is the technique. The weaving of a basket or bag begins with the selection of the appropriate sort of rotan, which is obtained from the trees surrounding the Penan villages.
In the observations of reviewers, Ajat are usually woven from rattan but sometimes they are also woven from bamboo. Ajat is cylindrical in shape like “seluk” but the bottom has no corners. The main function of this Ajat Rotan is to store and carry clothes and others.
Bakul Buah is a Melanau people's traditional woven basket. The baskets are often constructed from rattan or bamboo strips braided together in a certain design. Bakul Buah is not only a useful item, but also a cultural artefact that reflects the Melanau people's traditional workmanship. The baskets are frequently embellished with vivid patterns or decorations, which contribute to their visual appeal.