Two of the biggest events on the motoring calendar, the Tokyo Motor Show and the Los Angeles Motor Show, open their doors to the press and public later this month.
Unfortunately, they both start on the same day -- 22 November -- which sort of scuppers your chances of going to both, unless of course you're prepared to undergo the hassle, not to mention the expense, of three long-haul flights.
Luckily, we here at CarSite feel your pain and have prepared a handy guide to all of the exciting, and not-so-exciting, new models you can expect to see at BOTH the LA and Tokyo motor shows. Who says we aren't good to you lot?
So, to have a gander at the cars which will be on display at the Tokyo Motor Show, scroll down. Alternatively, visit our guide to this year's LA Motor Show.
Plus, remember to check back to this page as we'll be updating it as and when more information becomes available.
Daihatsu
Daihatsu will be unveiling a concept version of its new Copen Roadster. Two models will be on display, a conventional roadster called the RMZ and a rugged off-road inspired model called the XMZ. Both are powered by a 660cc three-cylinder petrol engine.
Honda
Like Daihatsu, Honda will be unveiling its own kei car roadster. The Honda S660 Concept is the spiritual successor the Honda Beat of the 1990s. Like the Daihatsu it will get a 660cc three-cylinder engine. Also on the Honda stand in Tokyo will be the new Honda Urban SUV, the new NSX and the UNI-CUB β, a new and improved version of Honda's innovative personal mobility solution.
Lexus
Lexus will be using the Tokyo show to reveal a new 2.0-litre version of the LF-NX which made its debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September. A new two-door coupe called the RC Coupe (above) will also be on show which Lexus claims is "designed to raise the brand's profile with a wider audience and customers who are new to Lexus." Engines include a 3.5-litre V6 petrol and a 2.5-litre petrol hybrid.
Mazda
A new version of the Mazda3 which is powered by CNG (compressed natural gas) is due to make its debut at the Tokyo Motor Show. Mazda claims that only minor modifications are needed to enable the 3 to run on compressed gas. Although Mazda has not commented on whether the CNG concept will make it into production, Mazda claims that the car offers a "hint at the direction of future models."
MINI
The new 2014 MINI Hatch will be making simultaneous motor show debuts at both the LA and Tokyo Motor Shows. Based on an all-new platform, the new MINI will be offered with a choice of three- and four-cylinder petrol engines and a diesel. It will also be both bigger and lighter than the outgoing model.
Mitsubishi
Mitsubishi will be revealing a trio of brand new concept cars in Tokyo. The GC-PHEV is an SUV concept, the XR-PHEV a compact SUV concept and the AR a compact MPV. Both the PHEV concepts utilise hybrid drivetrains while the AR gets a small turbocharged petrol engine.
Porsche
A facelifted version of the Porsche Panamera Turbo S is set to go on show in Japan. The new car gets the same range of visual tweaks as the rest of the Panamera range, as well as an extra 20bhp and 36lb-ft from its 4.2-litre V8.
Subaru
The Subaru Levorg, a new sports tourer concept, will be making its debut in Tokyo. The name comes from a contraction of the words Legacy, Revolution and Touring and is fitted with a 1.6-litre boxer engine.
Suzuki
Suzuki will be unveiling three new concepts in Tokyo: the Crosshiker (above), the X-Lander and the Hustler. The Crosshiker is a compact crossover powered by a 1.0-litre three-pot engine; the X-Lander is a 4WD hybrid compact based on the Jimny and featuring a 1.3-litre engine; and the Hustler is a crossover which Suzuki claims "suits the active lifestyle of people who love the nature, love the outdoors, and love sports."
Toyota
Toyota will be using the Tokyo show to unveil the latest development of its FCV (Fuel Cell Vehicle) Concept. The concept previews a production model scheduled for release in 2015, which will be capable of travelling 300 miles on a single tank of hydrogen. Also on show will be Toyota's innovative FV2 personal mobility concept.
Volkswagen
The new Volkswagen Twin-up! will be making simultaneous debuts at both the LA and Tokyo Motor Shows. Fitted with the same diesel-electric hybrid drivetrain found in the XL1, the Twin-up! is capable of returning 257mpg and emits just 27g/km.
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