Mino’s apartment is located on a nice, quiet street right above the main part of Ebisu. There’s a nice museum of nihonga artwork around the corner, also a newly renovated onsen (public bath / sauna) that’s well designed and relaxing.
The house has a nice traditional tatami room, while the remainder of the house is more contemporary. There is room to relax, cook, and socialize, something we missed at the beginning of the Tokyo trip, while staying in cramped hotel rooms.
Ebisu is a great neighborhood for cuisine, bars, culture, and shopping, and it’s an easy walk to Shibuya or Nakameguro (both good neighborhoods for different pursuits / vibe).
I was pleased to come home after long days and nights out, and recommend Mino’s place if you’re looking for a calm place to stay, with easy access to solid Tokyo neighborhoods.