Hisao was flexible and checked me in early due to an earlier checkout. Communication was easy and quick. Between my broken Japanese and Hisao’s English, we managed to communicate both ways easily. Since I had to check out early, I didn’t get a chance to get a sandwich made by Hisao’s wife for the journey, but about a half hour before our prearranged checkout time, Hisao came by and offered to drive me to the station because it was raining. Very friendly; pictures convey the place perfectly; definitely recommend.