It would seem to me that it is a good deal for those of us on the east coast.
it's interesting enough for me to go to japan for spring break instead of the summer for my small round the world trip (or maybe go back...).
Weather will be a little chilly (10-15 degrees Celsius) but there s a chance of either catching the cherry blossoms or going to an onsen with snow.
Now I have to resist the urge of bringing 2 suitcases.....
the discussion on FW is not worth the time reading it, the discussion on a similar site has more info (slick deals).