Star Wars Celebration Japan - Anyone going?

[Horse_Head]

No real info yet... just a page with a mailing list link...

http://www.celebrationjapan.com/

Anyone interested, planning, determined to go? I'm sure it will be pretty cool. :) (btw, can anyone translate the image below?)

[RollaFett]

I can't translate it. Any Trade Federation reps around?

[Cassus Fett]

Im going to have a wild stab in the dark at what it says:

Star Wars Celebration Japan Coming Soon.

[Horse_Head]

I'm pretty sure it mentions the 30th anniversary, too.

But a real translation would be nice.

[Cassus Fett]

Yeah i know... does anyone on here speak Japanese?

[Horse_Head]

Star Wars Celebration Japan to Mark 30th Anniversary of the Star Wars Saga
Three-Day Event at Makuhari-Messe Convention Center Near Tokyo July 19 to 21
Will Be Filled with Entertainment, Celebrities, Exhibits, Immersive Events, Costumes and Much More
http://www.starwars.com/community/event/celebration/news20080223.html

[Blizzard]

Better question, who can we talk into getting us the exclusive action figures???

[Horse_Head]

From the starwars.com Homing Beacon #216...

This July, Star Wars Celebration will cross the big ocean to Tokyo, Japan, for a three-day festival at the Makuhari-Messe Convention Center. Commemorating 30 years of Star Wars in Japan, the event is anticipated to draw a record number of fans from Japan, throughout Asia, and from around the world.

Star Wars has enjoyed a stellar history in Japan, and has become an integral part of the culture since the movie opened there in June of 2008. George Lucas has referred to the inspiration he drew from Japanese director Akira Kurosawa's films, and from other facets of Japanese culture, when he created the Star Wars movies. Star Wars Celebration Japan will honor this synergistic relationship by infusing the best Celebration traditions with Japanese talent and creativity.

Plans are in the works for celebrities from the movies, as well as talent -- including Japanese talent - involved in creating many aspects of Star Wars through the years, to appear at Celebration Japan. Fans can plan to enjoy unique exhibits, stage entertainment, and an exhibit hall floor, Star Wars Art Show, and Celebration Store featuring memorable collectibles and displays.

No Star Wars Celebration is complete without showcasing Star Wars fans, and Celebration Japan will offer plenty of ways for fans to jump into the action and become part of the show. Photo opportunities, costume contests, fan-run panels, and other platforms for creativity and fun are in the works, and fans should look for announcements coming soon on the official StarWars.com Celebration site.

The Makuhari-Messe Convention Center is located in Chiba, between Tokyo and Narita Airport, and is easily accessible by rail, car, and public transportation. There are many hotels near the Center, as well as hotels in Chiba and located along the rail line. Lewis Daniel, Lucasfilm's partner in Celebration Japan, will have information available soon on hotel and travel packages.

To sign up to receive information, including when tickets for Celebration Japan will go on sale, click here. For the latest news, updates, and guest announcements stay tuned to the official Celebration site.
There has to be a GS member who is going to this.

Celebration Store featuring memorable collectibles
Wow... vague. :P

[Lord Senes]

[Movie guy voice] This Summer! The action.... The desire... Coming soon... Etc... [/Movie guy voice]

[Jedi Master Harrison]

Much as I'd love to, it ain't gonna happen. I hope to make the Celebration in the US next time around though.

Can you imagine the mess with all those lightsaber wielding ninjas?! :laughing:

[leiaorgana]

^ lmao! I reckon it would be nice to go, but totally non-affordable for us right now...

[Horse_Head]

Tickets going on sale for CJ...
http://www.starwars.com/community/event/celebration/news20080419.html#hljs
Star Wars Celebration Japan will bring the best of the saga to the Makuhari-Messe Convention Center July 19-21, 2008. For three full days fans and pop culture enthusiasts will enjoy live Star Wars-themed entertainment including celebrity appearances and autograph sessions, stage shows, shopping for exclusive collectibles, and exhibits and displays that will be found only at Celebration Japan.

3-Day (Yoda) Premium Ticket (JPY22,000), sold in this special presale, comes with souvenir collectibles, special VIP privileges, and is valid for all 3 days of Celebration Japan. Each day of Celebration Japan will be unique, with celebrity guests and special events scheduled exclusively, often for one day only. Each 3-Day Premium ticket includes these special privileges:

* Celebration Japan Exclusive collectors' gift, each strictly limited to an edition of 3,000. Buyers can choose one of two:
* Authentic fur from one of the original Ewok costumes used during the production of Star Wars: Return of the Jedi with certificate of authenticity, in a limited-edition presentation box; OR
2) Limited Edition Art Print from acclaimed Japanese Star Wars artist Tsuneo Sanda.
* Meet and Greet Exclusive Gathering with Star Wars Celebrity Guests.
* Celebration Japan Exclusive photograph of an attending Star Wars actor or actress with free autograph.
* Collection of four (4) Celebration Japan exclusive Star Wars archival photographs in a collectible portfolio.
* Priority line for the Star Wars Celebrity Autograph Area, so fans can wait less and enjoy Celebration Japan more.
* Priority line for the Star Wars Celebration Japan Store, which will feature event-exclusive, limited-edition merchandise for all.
* Exclusive VIP lanyard.
* Unique, collectible Premium Ticket with 3-D effects.
* One (1) accompanying child receives Priority Line privileges and may attend party (child must have standard child ticket, either 3-Day Standard or 1-Day for the day the child attends).

1-Day (Vader) Premium Ticket (JPY7,500) is available for Saturday, Sunday or Monday, and comes with souvenir collectibles and special VIP privileges:

* Collection of four (4) Celebration Japan exclusive Star Wars archival photographs in a collectible portfolio.
* Priority line for Star Wars Celebrity Autograph Area and Celebration Japan Store.
* Exclusive VIP lanyard.
* Unique, collectible Premium Ticket with 3-D effects
* One (1) accompanying child receives Priority Line privileges (child must have Standard ticket for the day the child attends).

Starting in May, Standard Tickets will be available for sale to the general public:

Standard 3-Day Adult Ticket (JPY10,000)
Standard 3-Day Child (6 to 12 years old) Ticket (Valid Saturday, Sunday and Monday, JPY5,000)
Standard 1-Day Adult Ticket (JPY4,000)
Standard 1-Day Child (6 to 12 years old) Ticket (JPY2,000)
Children under the age of 6 are admitted free to Celebration Japan.
22,000 JPY = $212.20 USD
7,500 JPY = $72.34 USD
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I'd still like to go but it doesn't look good. And if I did I'd want that 22,000 ¥ one :rockon: AND the Ewok :censored: in a box... a :censored: in a box, babe! :rofl:

[Blizzard]

OMG Ewok parts in a box??? Ewoks are not safe in Japan!

I paid more than that for Cam and I to go to C4. You should go if you can afford it. How much to fly there and stay there? I wonder what guests can afford to be there?