This is a well maintained traditional style Japanese home with a downstairs kitchen, Oruro-style bath, laundry room, toilet and dining area downstairs. Upstairs is a private bedroom and a beautifully maintained traditional tatami mat room where multiple futons can be laid out. I believe it is used as a “tea room” for teaching traditional Japanese Tea ceremony. It’s a true authentic Japanese experience to sleep in that type of room. Be aware, traditional Japanese homes don’t have easy chairs or couches. Instead, you sit on cushion at a low lying “kotatsu-style” table. it was big enough for our family of five to sit around for breakfast each morning.
The location was great. 10 minutes from a major railway hub to other destinations in the Tokyo area. It was close, but a little far on the first night after an 11hour flight, in the rain with luggage. So we hailed a cab and were there in just a few minutes. Plenty of options to eat in the area, including the very tasty “Hustle Ramen” bar at the end of the alleyway.
Hiro was a great host. He was always super prompt with his replies and sent us appropriate messages as the occasional reminder or check-in to make sure we were doing well.
Overall, we would definitely stay again and recommend to anyone looking for a private, traditional Japanese home-stay experience in one of Tokyo’s most interesting and historic neighborhoods.