Translation guide
A celebration held after completing a film, TV show, theater production, or other project. In Japanese, this is typically called 打ち上げ (uchiage), but other terms exist depending on context.
wrap party (explicit)
The most common term for a party after finishing a production or project.
The standard word for a wrap party or after-party for any completed project, especially in entertainment, but also used for other group efforts.
After filming ended, we went to the wrap party.
The wrap party is next Friday.
A more explicit phrase combining 打ち上げ with 'party'. Common and easily understood.
Let's have a wrap party.
Specifically used in film/TV production, from 'crank up' (finish filming). Less common than 打ち上げ.
When the wrap party is specifically a drinking party, often at an izakaya.
A more formal event marking the end of a project, sometimes with speeches or awards.
Used for a formal completion announcement party, often for films or major projects. More like a premiere or unveiling event.
I attended the film's completion party.
A party to thank people for their hard work. Can be used for wrap parties but emphasizes appreciation rather than celebration.
打ち上げ is the default word for any kind of wrap party, from casual drinking to formal dinners. It's safe to use in almost any context.
I reserved a place for the wrap party.
打ち上げ focuses on celebrating the completion, while 慰労会 focuses on thanking people for their effort. 打ち上げ is more common for creative projects; 慰労会 is often used in business or volunteer contexts.
The wrap party was lively.
Are you going to the wrap party?
We're planning a wrap party for next week.
The director gave a speech at the wrap party.
今日の飲み会は打ち上げも兼ねている。
Today's drinking party also serves as a wrap party.
スタッフの慰労会を開いた。
We held a wrap party for the staff.
We expressed our appreciation at the wrap party.