Jiyugaoka is a modern small railway town (think Disney) with a local feel. We had fun night drinking and singing David Bowie on Karoke with locals in a japanese pub Mum and ate top grade sushi in a restaurant. Haruko's room is Japanese: tatami, two mattresses, air condition (effecient but sounds like someone's hovering when its turned on) and is clean. The host is warm and friendly. We were in Ebisu in 5 nights before coming to Jiyugaoka but don't regret for one second for the atmosphere. This station connects with Shibuya (try to get Express) and Tokyo St. (For Shinansen).