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In this episode, I’m just 48 hours away from getting on a plane to Japan—and I’m feeling a wild mix of excitement and nerves! I break down my full itinerary, from Star Wars Celebration in Tokyo to day trips out of Osaka, a visit to Hiroshima, and wrapping it all up in Kanazawa.
I’ve got my ticket, passport, money, and smartphone—everything else I’ll figure out along the way. I also talk about what I’m packing, how I plan to handle jet lag, the gear I’m bringing to create content, and the nerdy (and delicious) things I’m most excited to check out. Spoiler: egg salad is absolutely on the list.
Whether you're prepping for your own Japan trip or just here for the ride, come along as I get ready to launch into my biggest nerd adventure yet.
🧳 What’s in This Episode:
✈️ Countdown to departure: 2 days until takeoff!🎫 Ryan’s travel mantra: Ticket. Money. Passport. Smartphone.🌏 Full Japan itinerary breakdown:6 nights in Tokyo (Star Wars Celebration + ramen + baseball)4 nights in Osaka (with day trips to Kyoto, Nara, Kobe + Expo 2025)2 nights in Hiroshima2 nights in Kanazawa🎥 New gear: Insta360 camera + podcast mic = content on the go📺 Travel prep: YouTube recs and packing tips from fellow creators🍜 Top goals: late-night izakaya crawls, weird museums, capsule toys, Japanese fast food🤖 The travel vibe: nerdy, curious, and just slightly chaotic🔗 Links Mentioned:
YouTube: Sunny in JapanYouTube: Hoang Pham🎧 Subscribe to the show so you don’t miss the next episode, which will be recorded straight from Japan!.
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It’s officially happening—I'm just two weeks away from heading to Japan for Star Wars Celebration 2025! In this episode, I talk through everything I’ve got planned so far (and everything I still need to figure out). From panel reservations that didn’t go my way to plotting late-night food tours in Tokyo, the itinerary is finally starting to come together. I’m excited, overwhelmed, and trying to figure it all out as I go. Come along for the chaos!
Show Notes:
My failed attempt at getting into the big Star Wars Celebration panelsWhy Andor is still one of my all-time favorite Star Wars storiesMy plan for surviving jet lag without… actually planning for itTokyo adventures: izakaya crawls, sake tastings, and my upcoming baseball game at the Tokyo DomeTrying to choose between staying in Osaka or Kyoto (or both?)Why Hiroshima is a must-visit on this tripReal talk: I’m not a travel expert, but I’m learning along the wayUpdates on the podcast and YouTube channel—yes, I’m bringing my mic to Japan!What I still need to lock down (hotels, trains, tours... oh my)👉 Follow along at Zoodletron.com for more blog updates, nerdy travel guides, and future episodes.
Thanks for being part of the journey—I can’t wait to share the adventure with you!
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Description:
In this second episode of Adventures Assemble, I’m just three weeks away from boarding a plane to Tokyo for Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025—and wow, there’s still a LOT to figure out.Join me as I talk through the panel reservation madness, what’s been announced so far, and my thoughts on all things Star Wars—from the original trilogy to the Disney+ shows (spoiler: I still haven’t finished Ahsoka). I also share a rough outline of my Japan trip plans, my fears about traveling solo, and a list of things I probably should’ve booked by now.
This episode is for fans who love Star Wars, fellow nerd travelers figuring it out as they go, and anyone wondering just how chaotic convention planning can get when you’re winging it across the Pacific.
In This Episode:
My honest takes on Star Wars movies and shows (yes, even the prequels)Which panels I’m hoping to reserve—and why Andor is my #1 pickWhat I’m actually doing in Japan beyond Celebration (spoiler: eating egg salad and petting deer)How I feel about going solo, not speaking fluent Japanese, and still making it workEarly plans for Akihabara, Osaka, Kyoto, and Expo 2025A peek into future episodes and nerdy travel dreams (hello, Halfling Marathon)Mentioned:
Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025 Panel ScheduleTokyo travel prep chaosMy Millennium Falcon Metal Earth model (pray for me)My undying love for AndorYomiuri Giants baseball tickets ✅Let’s Connect!
If you’re going to Star Wars Celebration or just want to say hi, shoot me a message through Zoodletron.com. I’d love to meet fellow fans and fellow nerd tourists.Subscribe & Stay Tuned!
The next episode will cover what panels I (hopefully) scored, updates on my Japan itinerary, and more pre-trip chaos. Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe—it helps new listeners find the show as I build this thing from the ground up. -
Welcome to the very first episode of Adventures Assemble! I’m Ryan Hecht, and I’m heading to Japan for Star Wars Celebration 2025—and no, I have absolutely no idea what I’m doing.
This podcast isn’t a polished guide from a seasoned world traveler—it’s a real-time journey from someone figuring it out as he goes. In this episode, I introduce the show, talk about what Adventures Assemble is all about, share the chaos of prepping for a major international nerd trip, and explain why buying tickets before you’re ready might be the secret to actually making things happen.
Whether you're a fellow fandom traveler or just want to hear what it's like to plan a trip to Japan without a clue, you're in the right place.
In This Episode:
What is Adventures Assemble and who the heck is Ryan?Why I’m going to Japan (and why I booked it before figuring anything out)A quick look back at my past Star Wars Celebration experiences (2019, 2022)What we know (and don’t know) about Star Wars Celebration 2025 in TokyoMy very loose plans: Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, ramen, egg salad sandwichesThe myth of “I’ll go someday” and why action beats perfectionMy promise: I’m learning as I go, and you’re coming with meResources Mentioned:
Zoodletron.com – Blog + guide for Star Wars Celebration 2025YouTube Channel (Coming Soon)Translator apps & Suica cardsYouTube channel recommendation: Kensho QuestNext Episode:
I’ll dig into figuring out where I’m going to stay, what I’m going to eat, and whether Tokyo Disney is happening. Also: more nerdy stuff!
