We had a great stay in Mary’s place in Shimo-Kitazawa. It was a short train ride from popular areas like Shibuya and Shinjuku, but had a more local and laid back feel. The apartment had thoughtful touches like drying racks and cleaning supplies. The host was responsive and left a personalized welcome note.
One of the best things about the neighborhood was the abundance of second-hand stores - we spent hours browsing through all of the unique finds. There was also no shortage of delicious local food, from hole-in-the-wall restaurants to street food stalls.
od. We had a fantastic stay and recommend it for a more authentic experience in Tokyo.