Chizuko's place is lovely, filled with antiques and books and all the dishes and kitchen equipment you could want. Staying there felt calm and peaceful, as it's definitely a long way from the main sights of Tokyo. Chizuko and her husband are thoughtful and so helpful! They met us when we arrived and provided a detailed explanation of everything we needed to know about the place, even down to showing us where all the light switches were! They stay next door, and the walls between the houses are thin as they are in many traditional Japanese homes, so it's important to respect quiet hours. The tatami room is beautiful to admire. There are some steep stairs up to the bedrooms, which have traditional bedding, so it might be difficult for older travelers, as would be the long walk from the nearest station. But once you are there, the hosts are warm and knowledgeable, and the neighborhood is both cute and convenient. We would definitely stay again!