Hotaka was such a wonderful host. She took extra steps to make us feel as comfortable as possible. Her place was lovely and quiet, and her cat, Mi, was such a charmer! I particularly enjoyed the late afternoon walks around the lake, the trips to the sushi and ramen restaurant, and the hike up Totoro's mountain. Hotaka also brought us to their town festival where I was treated to yummy food and colorful performances.
Staying in this part of the city allowed us to see a different side of Tokyo/Japan. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and this is all thanks to Hotaka. If you want a relaxing and unique experience, I highly recommend staying at Hotaka's :)