My daughter and I wanted authentic Japanese accommodations and a chance to meet some local people as well as fellow travelers from around the world. This place was perfect!! It gave us what we had hoped for and so much more! Shota and Satchiko, the staff, are genuinely warm and friendly. They will explain Japanese customs, like tipping is an insult in this country where everyone prides themselves with excellent service. We were very comfortable in our simple and comfortable room each night, on the floor futon mattresses. We enjoyed sitting on the cushions/floor Japanese-style in the common coffee/cafe area (There are regular chairs/tables if you prefer). The other guests were also considerate and friendly. I loved the coffee each morning, and the bakery and restaurant just down the block. Totally convenient to the complete Tokyo subway/train system, which is a short easy walk 3 blocks away. I also recommend the fruit stand —next to the subway station. We took the subway all over Tokyo, exploring shrines and temples, world-class art museums, fantastic Museum of History, temporary Pixar Interactive Exhibit—and shopping! So close (1 stop away) to Ikebukuro, home of everything!! Right in the subway station, 8th Floor of Seibu, are fancy restaurants! There is also self-serve Money Exchange Office and Tourism Office. We also visited Kamakura with the amazingly large Buddha and Hydrangea Garden and beautiful shrines and temples. Six days was not enough time in this great city, full of culture! I’m so glad I came!!