This is an exceptional place to stay in Tokyo. First is the size; while the upstairs room is not air conditioned and therefore problematic to use in summer, the downstairs has two bedrooms and the living room and accommodate more. We were three adults and two kids (10 and 12) and had a lot of room to spread out. Second, the apartment was up to date; large fridge, washer, AC in the living room and bedroom. Third, close to everything; convenience store literally two buildings over, and a short walk (10 minutes or less) to both the local train (covered by the Japan Rail Pass, it will get you everywhere) and the subway (which will get you everywhere else). You can get around town in a breeze as well as the train station to head out of town. Fourth, lots of basic shops in walking distance; the Otsuka Station has an adjacent mall with shopping (uniqlo), a bakery, a Starbucks, among other things. In the opposite direction is the Life grocery store which has just about any food and other goods you might need. There are various restaurants in the area, from gyoza to Michelin rated ramen. Fifth, it's quiet; after the noise of Shinjuku or Shibuya, it was an oasis of calm and nice to see small homes and small streets. Tomo had perfect instructions and rapid responses. I already miss the place! If you've been in any of the tiny places in Japan you'll be amazed by the restorative power of this home, to get you ready for another exhausting day of tourism! Finally, don't miss the Gokokuji Temple, a 15-ish minute walk from the house. Thank you Tomo!