The ultimate Star Wars fan event, Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025, will be held from April 18 to 20 (Sunday) at Makuhari Messe in Chiba. Spanning three days, the event will feature numerous stage panels with new film announcements and appearances by international guests.

Historically, Star Wars Celebration has been the stage for major announcements about the future of the franchise. At Star Wars Celebration Europe 2023 in London, fans were surprised with the announcement of three new movies. Unexpected appearances by Daisy Ridley, who played Rey in The Force Awakens, and Jude Law, star of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, also made headlines.

This year’s event is already set to welcome 16 special guests, including Hayden Christensen (Anakin Skywalker) and Diego Luna (Cassian Andor). But fans are hopeful for even more surprise appearances and reveals.

Below is the full list of announced panels as of now. May the Force be with you!

April 18 (Fri)

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM / [STAGE] Celebration Stage (Live-streamed on Galaxy and Twin Suns Stages)
Film: The Mandalorian & Grogu
Director Jon Favreau, Dave Filoni, and special guests will unveil what's next for The Mandalorian and Grogu as they head toward their 2026 theatrical release.

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM / [STAGE] Galaxy Stage
Lucasfilm Publishing: Manga Mania!
Explore the past, present, and future of Star Wars manga. A global lineup of authors and artists will share behind-the-scenes stories and reveal new announcements.

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM / [STAGE] Celebration Stage
The Magic of Light & Magic Season 2
A deep dive into the second season of the documentary series chronicling the legendary VFX studio Industrial Light & Magic, founded by George Lucas.

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM / [STAGE] Twin Suns Stage
Screening: Star Wars: Visions – “The Duel” & “The Pit”
Watch alongside fellow fans and hear from the creators.

The Duel: Japanese audio with English subtitles. Q&A with Junpei Mizusaki (CEO, Kamikaze Douga) and Takanobu Mizuno (Director).

The Pit: English audio with Japanese subtitles. Q&A with Arthell Isom (CEO, D’ART Shtajio).

2:30 PM – 3:30 PM / [STAGE] Twin Suns Stage
Storytelling Across Cultures: Star Wars and Japan
Explore the deep ties between Star Wars and Japan, from storytelling and art to history and pop culture over the last 50 years.

3:30 PM – 4:30 PM / [STAGE] Celebration Stage (Live-streamed on Galaxy Stage)
20 Years of Lucasfilm Animation
Celebrate two decades of Lucasfilm Animation with Dave Filoni and Athena Portillo. Look back on iconic stories and get a sneak peek at what’s next.

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM / [STAGE] Galaxy Stage
Doug Chiang: Designing the World of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew
Veteran production designer Doug Chiang shares concept art and design stories from Skeleton Crew, offering a rare look behind the scenes.

April 19 (Sat)

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM / [STAGE] Celebration Stage (Live-streamed on Galaxy and Twin Suns Stages)
Star Wars: Andor
Executive producer and writer Tony Gilroy, Diego Luna, and the cast will discuss Season 2 of the original series Andor.

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM / [STAGE] Celebration Stage (Live-streamed on Galaxy and Twin Suns Stages)
Star Wars: Ahsoka
Join Dave Filoni and special guests as they reflect on Season 1 of Ahsoka.

2:30 PM – 3:30 PM / [STAGE] Twin Suns Stage
Doug Chiang Masterclass: Working in Star Wars Art
Doug Chiang talks in depth about his role in Star Wars art and the film industry. A valuable opportunity for aspiring designers and fans to ask questions.

2:45 PM – 3:45 PM / [STAGE] Galaxy Stage
Conversation with Oscar Isaac
To mark the 10th anniversary of The Force Awakens, Oscar Isaac reflects on his role as Poe Dameron.

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM / [STAGE] Twin Suns Stage
Cosplay Showcase
From seasoned pros to first-timers, the galaxy’s best Star Wars cosplayers show off their passion, creativity, and talent in a high-energy celebration.

April 20 (Sun)

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM / [STAGE] Celebration Stage (Live-streamed on Galaxy and Twin Suns Stages)
World Premiere: Star Wars: Visions Volume 3
A sneak peek at the newest volume of Visions, once again created in Japan. New studios join returning animation teams to bring Volume 3 to life.

11:15 AM – 12:15 PM / [STAGE] University Stage
Kurosawa and Star Wars
Discover how Akira Kurosawa’s films inspired George Lucas, and explore the cultural exchange between Japan and the U.S.

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM / [STAGE] Galaxy Stage
ILM Presents: Behind the Scenes of The Mandalorian and Beyond
Dive into how ILM blends Star Wars nostalgia with cutting-edge technology across The Mandalorian, The Book of Boba Fett, and Ahsoka.

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM / [STAGE] Celebration Stage
Legendary Star Wars Sidekicks
A panel with Anthony Daniels (C-3PO), Ahmed Best (Jar Jar Binks), and Alan Tudyk (K-2SO) sharing behind-the-scenes stories of their iconic roles.

1:00 PM – 1:45 PM / [STAGE] Twin Suns Stage
The Fett Family
Temuera Morrison (Jango Fett) and Daniel Logan (young Boba Fett) discuss their experiences portraying the galaxy’s famous bounty hunters.

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM / [STAGE] Galaxy Stage
50 Years of Magic: Celebrating ILM’s Legacy
A commemorative session celebrating 50 years of Industrial Light & Magic, with veteran staff recounting the company’s innovations and achievements in visual effects.

3:30 PM – 4:00 PM / [STAGE] Celebration Stage (Live-streamed on Galaxy and Twin Suns Stages)
Closing Ceremony
Wrap up the three-day celebration with special guests and a look back at the event’s highlights.

Note: All times and venues are subject to change without notice.

Source : ORICON NEWS