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Guests will be entertained with a Kung Fu demonstration, Tai Chi, a Chinese dance performance and a children\u2019s chorus. The Far East Dragon Lion Dance Association will usher in the year and kick off the second year of Hakone\u2019s three-year centennial celebration with a colorful and elaborate double-lion dance.<\/p>\n<p>Back by popular demand, Hakone will hold a children\u2019s lunar festival costume parade in the garden, where children 12 and under wear festive Asian outfits and receive a souvenir gift. Kids can also enjoy craft activities, face-painting, a calligraphy demonstration, a Chinese trinket bazaar and boutique booth, and much more.<\/p>\n<p>The event is free with the admission, which is $10 for adults, $8 for students and seniors, and kids under 5 are free. Members and a guest can enjoy free admission. A free shuttle bus is available at the following location in downtown Saratoga: 14460 Big Basin Way (in front of Saratoga Chamber of Commerce). 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