Trade days over, denizens of the auto industry turn their attention to entertaining and informing the general public at this year's Tokyo Motor Show glitz-fest at Chiba's Makuhari Messe from Saturday, Oct. 22 to Sunday, Nov. 6.
On show will be the usual eclectic mix of new production cars, some making their world or Japanese debuts, quirky concept vehicles, auto components and accessories as well as motorbikes. A retrospective exhibit will offer comparisons with models of yesteryear dating back to the 1950s, when cars had chokes and window winders.
Under the slogan "Driving Tomorrow!" from Tokyo, the organizers are hoping to attract 1.5 million visitors, this time spread over two weekends in an attempt to even out attendance and make the experience that much more inviting. In recent years, the event has not only emphasized the shifting trends of the wares on display but given much more consideration to what is needed to cater for families on day visits, be they potential buyers, casual or even reluctant observers.