The only drawback is that the best time to get great colors is when it's raining... like in this photo taken at the Hakone Shrine, on a drizzly and foggy day...
EXIF info:
Nikon D90
Lens: VR 18-55mm F/3.5-5.6G
Focal Length: 22mm
Aperture: F/5.6
Shutter Speed: 1/50s
ISO Sensitivity: ISO 500