Hi Marc,
I've been 2 times to Japan in 2010. Because of that I am familiar with the good photo opportunities over there and thus not so easily impressed.
But that changed with your last post.
The EP-3 9172 at Gifu and the UP-3C 9151 at Atsugi. Both with great light (sunny conditions). Oh, that hurts

Now I am jealous ....
Rgds, Soundbarrier