Hirano san's place is on a quiet street. A pleasant walk along a skinny park nearby will take you to the Sumida river, which is again good for walking or a morning run. Plenty of amenities nearby, like convenience stores, small restaurants, a Denny's, an excellent sushi restaurant and a public bath. Hirano san is always helpful and a good English speaker. There are three subway stations, but all are at least a kilometer away. The walk is pleasant though, if you chose the right route. Anyway, Tony is so accommodating he will pick you up or drop you off. The Asakusa Station will get you to Narita or Haneda easily. The apartment is spacious by Tokyo standards, has kitchen and all other western-style amenities. Even an iron and ironing board! Quiet street but there was building going on in Sept-Oct 2018 (though it did not start up until 7am or so). If I say any more good things about Hirano san's place I won't be able to find room for myself next year!