We used Harumi's very comfortable and chic riverside studio apartment as a base to explore Tokyo during our five day visit, and highly recommend it.
Harumi is the perfect host with great attention to detail. She made us feel very welcome by leaving us some provisions and toiletries. She was also extremely helpful in advising us about the local area, and provided meticulous notes about local places of interest, as well as on how to use the washing machine, hot water, aircon etc. When we left, she gave us a parting gift, which we were really touched by.
We loved everywhere we went in Tokyo, but the relative calm in Kurumae (which is an up-and-coming area in Asakusa that has everything you might need) and the tranquil apartment itself were just perfect. This is also a great springboard for exploring Tokyo due to the apartment's proximity to Kurumae subway station, which is served by two lines that provide easy access to some of the city's key districts. The view of the Skytree is also just awesome by day or night.
'Arigato' to Harumi and her family for making us feel so at home and for a truly memorable stay!
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