SPOILERS BELOW
just finished it the other day. the finale was another great example that J-Doramas are about the journey, not the destination. it was alright, but nothing like what i expected. honestly, I think it wouldve been a stronger ending if he had still killed himself and it still showed how everyone had changed through his death AND having been in his company. and wtf, they didnt show what happened to shinobu at the end like everyone else D:!!!
Kohinata deserves best actor. Yuriko needs best newcomer (even though its not her *first* drama (how are the rules on that category?)). and i even think Matsuda could get best supporting actor.