Loved staying at the secret base! This was the last place I stayed during my trip and I’m so glad I did, it was in a peaceful area far enough away from Tokyo to get a feel for the local area but not too far that going to Tokyo regularly isn’t doable. The room was spacious, clean, and the outdoor patio type area was nice to sit at during the rain or at night. Emiko the host is one of the most friendly and attentive hosts I’ve ever had her staff were kind and I felt like they actually cared thank you SPICA staff! Keep in mind the station is about a 15 minute walk on mostly flat ground but Emiko has bikes to use if needed. From Kawaguchi station to Shibuya station is about 30-40 minutes keep that in mind if staying out late for when the trains stop running. I’d also recommend Akabane an area just a 4 minute train ride from kawaguchi it’s a beautiful area with lots of restaurants and shops. I’d love to stay here again next time I’m in Tokyo!