We really enjoyed our stay at Satoru’s place. The area is great, quiet and in a nice neighbourhood and close to transport links (Hatsudai is half a mile away and Shinjuku a mile) and there is a 7Eleven at the end of the road. The space is small but has everything you need- my daughter wanted to stay somewhere traditionally Japanese and this fitted the bill. It was clean and basics like towels and toiletries were provided. There is a washing machine which was great. The only downside for us was that the combination of single glazing and the furniture being low to the floor made it quite chilly when we sat at the table in the evenings (it was particularly cold weather during our stay, and the heater was powerful so this may not be an issue at other times). Satoru was a fantastic host- responsive and kind. He met us on arrival and we got a bit lost at Hatsudai station but he still found us! Would definitely recommend his place.