Celebrating STAR WARS

  This Tuesday Star Wars  Celebration announced two more additions to the guest list for Japan. Whilst nothing was said on social media, according to the official site these are the final guest for the autograph hall this year. Whilst it wouldn't be unheard of for Celebration to add a few last minute additions to the autograph hall, if this is truly the final round they're going out with some great additions. Vanessa Marshall (Hera Syndulla) is returning to Celebration as is the Chosen One himself, Hayden Christensen!   As always, I've updated the Guest page with direct links to their sales pages and details of all the available photo op and autograph option. We are now less than two months from Star Wars Celebration Japan. As Anakin would say, "this is where the fun begins!"

The Star Wars Celebration Discord group have announced their now traditional meetup on the eve of Star Wars  Celebration. If you've not already joined the group then I can't recommend it enough. If you have questions about anything to do with Celebration then this group has the answers. I can't over state how much I have relied on them for the information used to create this blog. If it weren't for them I would miss so many of the fan meetups, group photos, and so much more. From Q&A videos on Japan to instant notifications when hotel rooms become available, this group has everything for Celebration fans. You can join them right here! I'll see you in the group! The meet up takes place on Thursday, April 18, at the APA Hotel & Resort Tokyo Bay Makuhari, just a short walk from the convention center, and will run from 9PM to 11PM. Check out the events page in the group for more information as we get closer to Celebration.

Batter up!! Star Wars Night is coming to the Zozo Marine Stadium for the China Lotte Marines Vs Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters game on Wednesday, April 16. As part of the festivities surrounding Star Wars Celebration's return to Japan this Star Wars themed night baseball game is due to go on sale February 26th with an advance lottery sale for Chiba Lotte Marines fan club members from today. According to the Marines' news post (VPN required if outside of Japan) this event will feature images, music, special guests, and a photo op around the perimeter of the stadium with the match itself due to start at 6PM. For more details check out the official Star Wars Japan site and head to the Chiba Lotte Marines ticket site for tickets (VPN not required for this page but is for the rest of the site).

  The countdown is well and truly on as the Road to Celebration begins! Last night Star Wars Celebration revealed a first look at 2025's Pin Trading collection , this year designed by Jerrod Maruyama, with the debut of three Road to Celebration pin sets featuring characters from A New Hope , Revenge of the Sith , and Ahsoka . But that's not all! For the first time ever Star Wars Celebration is introducing badge art pins! These pins will be sold individually and come packaged in a collectible box with a small display stand. Available as part of the Road to Celebration will be Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Darth Vader, Ahsoka, and The Mandalorian & Grogu. The Road to Celebration Pins will got on sale to ticket holders at 10am (JST) February 26th / 5pm (PT) February 25th. There is a slight discrepancy between the social media post (linked above) which states that the Road to Celebration pins will not be available in the Celebration Store if they sell out during pre-order, ...

  The final round of Takumi's exquisite badge art for Star Wars Celebration Japan was revealed last night. This last round of eight badges features some of the sagas most iconic characters and epic duels in traditional ukiyo-e style, blending the iconography of Star Wars and Japan. These final badges feature Anakin Vs Obi-Wan, Rey & Kylo Ren, Mon Mothma, Osha, Kai & Nubs, Princess Leia, Cassian Andor, and Sol Vs The Stranger. This is arguably one of the most stunning (and certainly most unique) badge sets ever produced for a Star Wars Celebration and I can't wait to see it on merchandise throughout the Celebration Store... O r even sooner !

  Star Wars in Concert  is heading to Tokyo! Whilst not technically a Star Wars  Celebration event, these performances of the original trilogy in concert are clearly timed to coincide with Celebration, taking place on the same days as the convention. If you've never been to Star Wars in Concert  I can highly recommend it. Hearing a live orchestra perform John Williams' iconic scores to a screening of the original film is something every fan should experience at least once. The concert series will take place at the Tokyo Garden Theater in the Ariake district. The films will be played in English with Japanese subtitles. Friday, April 18 Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert Doors open at 18:00, performance starts at 19:00 and ends 21:30 Saturday, April 19 Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert Doors open at 12:30, performance starts at 13:30 and ends 16:00 Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in Concert Doors open at 18:00, performance starts at 19:00 and ends 21:30 Sunday, April 2...

  For the first time ever one of the sequel trilogy heroes will be meeting fans at a Star Wars  Celebration as Oscar Isaac is coming to Japan!! Announced on Tuesday, Oscar Isaac will be meeting guests for autographs and photo ops on Friday and Saturday and I can't help but hope that this means we'll be getting a panel for the 10th anniversary of The Force Awakens  and that some of Oscar's co-stars might be coming as well! I've updated the Celebration Guest and added direct links to his Epic Photos/Official Pix purchase page as well.

  It's the traditional fan club SWAG trade! Taking place on Friday, April 18, members of the seven fan groups (501st, Rebel Legion, Mandalorian Mercs, Saber Guild, Dark Empire, Droid Builders, and Galactic Academy) are welcome to gather together at the TKP Tokyo Bay Makuharui Hall 1F ("Cote d'Azur") for a free SWAG trading event. This is a chance to trade patches, pins and more with fellow group members from around the world as everyone comes together at Celebration. The SWAG trade will be open from 7PM-10PM. Please note that this event is for members only and is not open to the general public.

  Welcome to the Outer Rim Matsuri (festival)! On outer rim world, not dissimilar to Japan, the fan clubs are coming together for their traditional Star Wars  Celebration bash! Taking place on Saturday, April 19, the Celebration Bash is open to members of the official groups along with their families and friends. That's right, families! For the first time ever the Celebration Bash will welcome all ages for an evening of fun, food, drinks, and entertainment. Tickets to the Bash cost ¥12,000 per adult, ¥3,500 per child (ages 13-17), and ¥2,500 per child (ages 6-12). All tickets include a meal and all-you-can-drink beverages including both alcohol and soft drinks. Adult tickets also include a special event goodie bag containing an original patch, artwork, and more. The event takes place at TKP Tokyo Bay Makuhari Hall, just a short walk from the convention center. Times are currently tentative and subject to change but for now doors are scheduled to open at 6:30PM f...