Most definitely a must watch in my most humble opinion. The plot, the story line takes a real turn about halfway through, didn't see it coming. It really left me speechless. You couldn't get better actors for this movie, and the music, wow. I need to go out and get me a Mandolin. I would watch this again for sure. It was a very heartwarming and funny in spots, and I would highly recommend someone to watch this one. A real rarity for Japanese dramas or movies. A definite 10, a masterpiece.