Hotaka’s house was a beautiful traditional Japanese house located in the quiet suburbs of Tokyo. My family spent time with her during New Years and she was kind enough to meet us at the train station, bring us to a local sushi restaurant that we otherwise wouldn’t have known about, and to a local celebration for New Years at a shrine. We were happy that Hotaka not only let us stay in her home but also showed us around her neighborhood while we were in Tokyo. If you’re looking to spend time in a quiet and beautiful part of Tokyo, we highly recommend Hotaka’s house!