I'm living in a big 6-bedroom house in Hayama, Kanagawa with my family and a few housemates. Hayama is a beautiful coastal town known for its beaches, marine sports, and for being a summer retreat for the Imperial Family. It's only about 1.5 hours from Tokyo, but it feels like a world away with its lush nature and relaxed atmosphere. A lot of people (including my partner and I) commute to Tokyo a few times a week for work/school. Hayama is also right next to Kamakura, which is a popular tourist destination famous for its ancient temples and shrines. If you have time to visit Kyoto, definitely do it! But Kamakura offers a similar historical vibe and is an easy day trip from Tokyo, so I highly recommend it. We often have extra rooms available, and we love hosting people through Airbnb and Couchsurfing. Our guests enjoy spending time in Hayama, exploring Kamakura, and hanging out with us and our neighbors. We often have meals together and go on outings. Feel free to get in touch if you're interested in visiting!