The host communicated several times throughout the entire process and was very thorough. Takeshi’s place is clean and private with a lock and door code. It’s still in a hostel kind of situation so bathroom, sinks, laundry, and bathrooms are shared but everything was tip top clean when I stayed. There is a nice common room area and lower area where people can hang out. Rooms have nice air conditioning and comfy bedding with clean, seemingly new mattresses. It is small so I suggest packing light, but that’s for Japan in general tbh. As a single woman that’s a stickler for clean accommodations I felt very happy and safe here. WiFi was super strong, didn’t have a single issue. The trains and buses are also very accessible here too! If you’re on a JR Pass grab a suica or pasmo just in case!