From the moment I stepped foot in Japan, Ryan was a very accommodating host. He had business at the airport that day, so he offered to pick me up from the airport and take me to the apartment. Once there, the great hospitality continued. He showed me how to use the various items in the apartment, left a few snacks and drinks in the refrigerator, and had a nice reference booklet containing further information on the place. He even left a bunch of travel guides for assistance in figuring out what to do while there; I already had a packed schedule, but it was still a very nice touch.

The room was just about everything I expected; it was plenty big enough for one person, and Ryan made sure all the necessities were at my fingertips. The neighborhood was very residential and peaceful, perfect for just relaxing after my very busy days. The closest convenience store was just a bit more than a block away, and he provided a bike for even easier travel to and from anything in the neighborhood. The closest station was about a 10-minute walk away, which at times seemed like a lot but only because of the oppressive heat at the time; it really wasn't a long distance. Speaking of the heat, the air conditioner was more than sufficient in dealing with the high temperatures.

The pocket Wi-Fi device was a lifesaver. I could have Google Maps take me to my various destinations, and even talk to relatives back home via Skype, without paying a ton to rent a phone or get a Japanese SIM card. The connection wasn't always intact, but it worked a lot more often than not. You just need an external battery to recharge it if you plan on using it for an entire day without returning to the apartment.

Overall, I was highly satisfied with my stay at Ryan's apartment and would certainly stay again if given the chance. There wasn't anything in particular I needed to ask of Ryan, because he clearly thought ahead of time and provided almost everything I'd need. That is the sign of a extremely accommodating host.