I think the sequel is as good as the first movie with some ups and downs . The Story goes even sadder and ends up making me cry in the end. Put the characters continue bonding through out the movie. You can see developing too. As of acting I have to agree with many Hachis actress was better in the first movie. But luckily it dint ruin the movie. Music was great listening to as always. I myself wouldnt rewatch it but I think for a person who can take sad movies defenetly should. Overall a great movie. Funny thing about it is that I would watch more of it if new movies came. Which is not gonna happen I know.