My family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Akiko's Zen B&B. Akiko was warm and welcoming and made us feel immediately part of her family. She was great with our children, and even gave them a special present of a children's book (that she wrote herself). We appreciated the way she clearly and courteously laid out the rules of the house upon our arrival. Breakfast was prepared with love and pleasant conversation. My wife and I were lucky to be able to attend one of her morning Zen meditation sessions. It was both challenging and invigorating, and Akiko was an excellent teacher. The accommodations were comfortable and very accurately described in both the listing as well as the welcome letter that we received upon booking. We hope to stay here again some day, and would recommend it to anyone looking for a remote, peaceful stay on the East side of the Big Island.