Steve's International Place is as-advertised, and just as all the other reviewers suggest, Steve was a wonderful host with a lot of knowledge to share about the town. Nishi-Ogikubo has a lot to offer; it has a small town feel while still located very close to the centers of the city. Steve has a vast knowledge of the town and can make suggestions for low-budget hole-in-the-wall gems as well as places to eat beautifully marbled beef. During my two week stay, I joined Steve for dinner twice, and enjoyed meeting his friends and neighbors in the town. The apartment itself is spacious with comfortable beds. It is a bout a five minute walk to Nishi-Ogikubo station, which is a convenient stop on the central Chuo JR line, right next to lovely Kichijoji and stops from town centers like Shinjuku. The washer is also equipped with a dryer, and I was glad I didn't pack much clothes to conserve space in the suitcase. Besides an electric kettle, fridge, and microwave, there are no kitchen appliances for cooking (i.e. range, oven, etc.), so if you plan to cook your own meals, this may not be for you. In short, I highly recommend this place, and hope to visit again soon.