Japan is getting a new Emperor, and Toyota has gone all-out on a new parade car for the occasion.

Japan is about to get a new emperor, and Toyota has treated him to a pretty special new car. You're looking at a convertible Century developed specifically for the royal parade on October 22.

The Century is Toyota's flagship sedan in Japan, with power from a V8 hybrid powertrain and all manner of ultra-luxurious appointments. With a hand-carved grille ornament and seven-layer paint finish, it's essentially a Japanese Rolls-Royce.

Besides missing a roof, the Century drop-top carries a number of choice modifications over the sedan. There's no licence plates, instead the gold imperial seal is sitting on the front bumper.

The rear seats have been boosted 4cm higher than stock and their backrests are fixed at 25 degrees to offer the public a clear view of the royals.