Star Wars Celebration Japan Event Schedule

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July 11, 2008

Every Day at Star Wars Celebration Japan

Star Wars Celebration Japan presents the best of the Star Wars Saga at the Makuhari-Messe Convention Center in Chiba, Japan. For three days, July 19-21, meet your fellow fans from Japan, Asia, and around the world to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Star Wars Saga in Japan. Enjoy live entertainment, memorable exhibits, great Star Wars shopping, and days of events you'll find no where else but here.

Show Hours: Saturday, Sunday, Monday, July 19-21: 10:00am - 6:00pm

  • For a printable chart of the Main Stage schedule, click here.
  • For a printable chart of the Fan / Collector Stage schedule, click here.

Every Day at Star Wars Celebration Japan:

  • Celebration Japan Art Show: Come see and purchase the works created by official Lucasfilm artists especially for this weekend. These beautiful Star Wars pieces will be available only at Celebration Japan. This is your opportunity to meet the artists and ask questions, too.

  • Lawrence Noble Sculpting Live: Star Wars artist Lawrence Noble, who has created sculpts and artwork for the Star Wars galaxy including personal sculpts for George Lucas, will be sculpting Luke Skywalker (actor Mark Hamill) live during Celebration Japan. Enter to win, and you might be drawn to receive this one-of-a-kind sculpture! One lucky fan will win it! Must be present to win.

  • Star Wars Photo Sets: Star Warsfans have created fantastic photos sets, including vehicles and creatures, that will make you feel like you are inside the Star Wars galaxy. Find them across the show, and stop to have your picture taken!

  • Celebration Store: The Celebration Japan Store features exclusive, collectible Star Wars items that you can only purchase here, plus more Star Wars treasures for sale. Do not miss shopping at Star WarsCelebration Japan.

  • The Vader Project: Pop culture and underground artists, including exciting artists from Japan, have created their own edgy variations on the iconic Darth Vader helmet. This exhibit is a must-see on your Celebration Japan schedule.

  • Celebration Japan Autographs: Official Pix, the licensed provider of official Star Wars photos and autographs, is hosting the Autograph Hall at Celebration Japan. Meet stars from the movies of the Saga, and get their autographs. Here's who you can meet:
    • Amy Allen (Aayla Secura, Attack of the Clones and Revenge of the Sith);
    • Jeremy Bulloch: (Boba Fett, The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi; Lt. Sheckil, The Empire Strikes Back; Captain Colton, Revenge of the Sith.);
    • Anthony Daniels (C-3PO, all six Star Wars movies);
    • Anthony Forrest (Fixer and Stormtrooper, A New Hope);
    • Mark Hamill (Luke Skywalker, original Star Wars trilogy);
    • Jake Lloyd (Anakin Skywalker, The Phantom Menace);
    • Daniel Logan (young Boba Fett, Attack of the Clones);
    • Peter Mayhew (Chewbacca, original Star Wars trilogy, and Revenge of the Sith);
    • Temuera Morrison (Jango Fett, Attack of the Clones; Commander Cody and clone troopers, Revenge of the Sith);
    • Ray Park (Darth Maul, The Phantom Menace);
    • David Prowse (Darth Vader);
    • Tim RoseReturn of the Jedi);
    • Orli Shoshan (Shaak Ti, Attack of the Clones and Revenge of the Sith);
    • Matthew Wood (General Grievous, Revenge of the Sith; Bib Fortuna, The Phantom Menace).

    Also meeting fans and providing complimentary autographs in the Official Pix area:

    • Dave Filoni Saturday, 2:30pm - 5:00pm;
    • John Knoll Sunday, 3:00pm - 4:30pm.

  • Star Wars Family Area: Families will enjoy Star Wars crafts and activities, and a place to sit down and enjoy the Celebration together. Come take part in the interactive fun of being a Star Wars fan of any age!

  • Star Wars Jedi Training Stage: Young Padawans who want to learn the ways of the Jedi are invited to train at the Jedi Stage every day of Celebration Japan. Learn from the Jedi Master, and prepare to take on surprising challenges! Every day at 11am, 12pm, 3pm, 4pm, and 5pm.

  • Celebration Japan Exhibit Hall: Makers of great Star Wars toys and collectibles will be showing and selling their wares in the exhibit hall. Find Star Wars treasures to buy in the dealer booths, too.

    • In the Fine Molds booth: Lorne Peterson, autographing each day of the show: 3:00pm - 4:00pm

  • Star Wars Fan Tables: Learn what these great Star Wars fan clubs do, and maybe join the fun yourself!

    Celebration Japan Fan Events:

    Saturday, July 19: 1:00pm - 1:30pm: Rebel Legion & Jedi Order on Jedi Stage; 2:00pm - 2:40pm: Preparation of 501st Parade - 501st Fan Table; 2:40pm - 3:00pm: 501st Parade

    Sunday, July 20: 8:20am - 9:00am Preparation for 501st Legion Group Photo; 9:00am - 9:30am 501st Legion Group Photo; 10:00am - 5:01pm 501st Legion Droid hunt; 1:00pm - 1:30pm: Rebel Legion & Jedi Order on Jedi Stage; 2:00pm - 2:20pm: Preparation of Combined 501st Legion and Costume Contest Parade; 2:20pm - 2:45pm: Costume Parade

    Monday, July 21: 10:00am - 12:00 noon: Announcement of Droid hunt Prize - 501st Table; 1:00 pm - 1:30pm: Rebel Legion & Jedi Order on Jedi Stage; 2:00pm - 2:40pm: Preparation of 501st Parade - 501st Fan Table; 2:40pm - 3:00pm: 501st Parade

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