Hotaka was in communication a lot before and throughout the stay.
She was exceptionally helpful and welcoming. The house is well located, next to a park and it was a relaxing escape from Central Tokyo.
The layout is a traditional Japanese layout and the kitchen is very well equipped. The station is very close-by and there are lots of trains to central Tokyo. I really got a great welcome and felt included in Hotaka's household.
We even went to the theatre and played tennis together. Her mother Haruyo did a cooking demonstration which was really interesting.
I stayed for two weeks and was travelling a little in Japan so this was an ideal base. I can't recommend Hotaka's place highly enough.