I spent about six months in a down selection process for a place to stay for this trip before choosing Ritsuko's place, and it was every bit as perfect as I thought it would be. The house is in a friendly, quiet neighborhood. The neighbors would greet us as we came and went! The house is a clean and well-appointed, charming older house with a modern bath, toilets, kitchen and air units. It is embarrassing to admit, but I really wanted to stay in a house with Tatami mats, and I loved them. It is a short walking distance to both Yotsuya-Sanchome and Akebonobashi stations (Ritsuko explained that Yotsuya-Sanchome is tricky, and that was a huge help), and from these you can get anywhere in the city easily. But you could also just spend your entire trip wandering around the immediate area (Sugidaimon dori and Akebonobashi dori), where there are a lot of small bars, restaurants and local shops. Also a fox shrine! Ritsuko, though, was the best part -- I can see why she is a superhost. She is the host that you would dream of having for any stay anywhere. Every question I had was answered promptly and in comprehensive detail. Of all the places I have stayed in, I have never felt more comfortable or welcome. I am planning to come back in a few years, and if this place is available, I will definitely stay here again. Writing this, I am sad I'm not still there!