Home stay : What’s best Jodoji or Okazaki ?

Hello ElisabethParis, Oh! The choice between Jodoji and Okazaki? Nice!! Both are not the most convenient places in Kyoto, I mean relatively speakings. They are both 10-15 minute by bicycle from the center of town. I lived in Okazaki for about 5 years. For shopping, especially for food, I would say that Okazaki is a *little* less convenient. Jodoji, being at the foot of the East Mountains (Higashiyama) is more historic, scenic and natural. And, there are two higher end super markets in the neighborhood. On the whole, my score would be Okazaki 7 and Jodoji 8. Not a big difference. I hope this helps.