This is an amazing place to stay as a family or a small group. Some highlights:
- Location. It is less than 2 minutes from the train station for a major transit line, and makes traveling within Tokyo very convenient. A convenience store is "0 minutes" from the front door, which makes life very easy - a Japanese convenience store is amazing if you haven't been to one.
- Environment. The house is close to several small commercial districts with shops geared to locals, and overall it is in a very "normal" Japanese urban neighborhood. You see kids going to school, people buying daily groceries, commuting to work - it's a great way to experience a fairly typical Tokyo-area living that you won't get from staying in a hotel or a hostel.
- Quality. The house is in great shape, and you get the entire first floor with your own entrance. There is a nice tatami area for relaxing, and the kitchen, bathroom and furniture are all in great condition and easy to use.
- The host. Miyuki is courteous, responsive, and overall a great host. We had to make some changes and had a special request that she accommodated with a smile - it made our stay very pleasant and enjoyable.
I actually don't have any "lowlights" that I can think of - the stay was that perfect.
FYI I am a Japanese national living in the U.S., going back to Japan every summer with my family.