This is my first time trying out an Airbnb in Japan and I wasn’t disappointed. Daisuke was a wonderful host and really went out of his way to make me feel welcomed. His advice before I arrived was really helpful, and it was great knowing that he was around if I needed help with anything. The apartment was exactly as he described. I was really comfortable, and it had everything that I needed. I especially appreciated the use of the washing machine and found it no trouble to dry my laundry outside on the balcony. I spent a really wonderful two week stay in Shimokita. I was on my own for quite a lot of the time, but I can honestly say that I was never lonely. The street life is very vibrant, and there are plenty of narrow streets with cafes and shops to explore. There are supermarkets close to the apartment and a wide array of restaurants. I even went to the hair salon underneath the apartment building with a bit of help from my phone’s Google translator. The Melbourne style coffee shop close by is another friendly hangout spot for visitors and gives an opportunity for a chat. The location of the train station is very convenient and an accessible starting point for exploring Tokyo’s sights and sounds. If you want to see authentic street nightlife, this is a great place to stay. I only have good memories of my stay at Daisuke’s yellow apartment in Shimokita.