This C-1A is in the Kabuki scheme. This paint scheme is to celebrate the 2nd Tactical Airlift Group's 60th anniversary. The theme for the design is called kabuki. A kabuki actor's heavy eye make up can be made out around the cockpit windows. Proposed by a 402nd Squadron flight engineer, Master Sgt Shōta Gotō, the design also features a kabuki actor's face on the tail, engine nacelles and, on the upper surfaces of the wings.

Another support aircraft for JASDF 60th Anniversary preparations. My first sight of one of these unique tranpsorts - so pleased to catch it in such nice conditions. Soon followed by a second one, both from the 403 Hikotai at Miho