On our return from Kyoto, we arrived at Ryo’s apartment in Hatagaya. Communication with Ryo was excellent. This apartment is in a neighborhood with a great local vibe. We walked to Peddlers Coffee, got some vinyl at Ella Records, bought a few more trinkets at Bullpen, then ate at an Izakaya called Hamaya. In terms of transportation, the Hatagaya station is a 5 min walk should you need to connect to the other trains. Honestly, the only thing to keep in mind with this apartment is that it’s small. The quarters are tight, so If you have a ton of luggage, you won’t have much space. This did not pose a problem for us, but it’s something to keep in mind. With that said, the building is very modern and well insulated from the highway. Everything in the apartment itself is brand new. This is a a nice place, and Ryo is beyond helpful. He provided a great manual, great ideas for local eateries, and a soundtrack/playlist for the city! We had a great stay.