Superstar import Keisuke Honda is both supremely ready for Saturday's Melbourne derby and unprepared for the occasion.

Honda's first taste of the A-League will come in one of the biggest dates in Melbourne Victory's calendar, a home clash against Melbourne City with a crowd of at least 40,000 expected at Marvel Stadium.

The seasoned international is delighted to be just days away from game time after the longest pre-season of his career, confident a return to playing since his World Cup exertions will come naturally.

But there are unknowns for the 32-year-old, such as the make-up of Saturday's opponents.