Garden of Culture at Hakone is a new benefit event series featuring Asian performing arts in our historic garden to further our mission of promoting cultural exchange and support maintaining our grounds. Hakone Estate and Gardens is a 110 year old Japanese garden owned by the City of Saratoga and operated by Hakone Foundation, a 501 (c) 3 non profit. Proceeds from the Garden of Culture series support preserving Hakone's authenticity for public enjoyment.

Sounds of Old and New featuring Kenny Endo

Experience a stunning live performance with Hakone's iconic garden as a backdrop!

Hakone's inaugural Garden of Culture performance during AAPI Heritage Month, Sounds of Old and New, features renowned taiko artist Kenny Endo with guest artists Chizuko Endo (taiko/percussion), Mas Koga (saxophone, flute, shakuhachi), Jay Lai (guzheng, electric keyboard), and Hiroshi Tanaka (taiko/percussion).

Taiko is the ancient Japanese art of drumming, combining bold rhythms with dynamic movement and storytelling. Originally trained as a jazz musician, Kenny Endo is a pioneer of contemporary taiko, renowned worldwide for his innovative fusion of traditional Japanese drumming with global musical influences. Based in Hawaii, Kenny’s performances seamlessly blend tradition and modern artistry, captivating audiences with powerful rhythms and cross-cultural collaborations.



Sounds of Old and New is brought to you with the generous support from the following event sponsors:

GOLD SPONSOR ($3,000+)

Bonnie K. Yamaoka

BRONZE SPONSOR ($500+)

Saratoga Sister City, Saratoga Sister City Taiko, Reiko Iwanaga

TicketsPrice

General Admission - Adult

First come, first serve open seating.
For member discount pricing ($60), enter your EMAIL ADDRESS associated with your Hakone membership to apply discount at checkout.

$78.65
($75.00 + $3.65 fee)

General Admission - Child

Children Age 1 - 17
First come, first serve open seating.
For member child discount pricing ($45), enter your EMAIL ADDRESS associated with your Hakone membership to apply discount at checkout.

$63.12
($60.00 + $3.12 fee)

VIP Reserved Front Row Seat Ticket (Sold Out)

Discount not applicable

$104.52
($100.00 + $4.52 fee)
Sold Out

Individual - 1 Year Membership, with 1 Discount Event Ticket

1 Year Hakone Individual Membership ($45)
1x Member Discount Adult Event Ticket ($60)

$109.70
($105.00 + $4.70 fee)

Individual + 1 Guest - 1 Year Membership, with 2 Members Discount Event Tickets

1 Year Hakone Individual + 1 Guest Membership for 2 people ($60)
2x Member Discount Adult Event Tickets ($60 x 2 = $120)

$187.32
($180.00 + $7.32 fee)

Senior - 1 Year Individual Membership, with 1 Member Discount Event Ticket

1 Year Hakone Senior 65+ Individual Membership ($35)
1x Member Discount Adult Event Ticket ($60)

$99.35
($95.00 + $4.35 fee)

Senior + 1 Guest - 1 Year Membership, with 2 Member Discount Event Tickets

1 Year Hakone Senior (65+) + 1 Guest Membership for 2 people ($50)
2x Member Adult Discount Event Tickets ($60 x 2 = $120)

$176.97
($170.00 + $6.97 fee)

Family (2 Adults, 2 Children) - 1 Year Membership, with 4 Total Member Discount Event Tickets

1 Year Hakone Family Membership for 2 Adults and 2 Children ($75)
2x Member Adult Discount Event Tickets ($60 x 2 = $120)
2x Member Child Discount Event Tickets ($45 x 2 = $90)

$296.00
($285.00 + $11.00 fee)
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