Just for originality alone, this film deserves top points. While I was thoroughly confused the first time I watched it, "Cha no Aji" is one of those movies where the more you watch it, the more you understand the deeper meanings behind it; the fact that its not a "weird film" but actually something quite beautiful. I think it is probably because the first time through, it takes a long time for you to process everything that happens. So I ask all of you that didn't like it the first time, give it another go! You'll pick up on points you missed the first time, and hopefully you'll understand the true meaning behind all the weirdness. If you still aren't feeling it, just watch it for Grandpa's songs. Seriously. While I have rated this 8.5 on my personal page, that was off the first watch. If I were to re-rate it now (after having seen it a total of 4 times), I would give it a solid 10. If I were to pick my most favourite film that I watched in 2014, "Cha no Aji" would be the definite winner. Happy viewing!