This is a house in a residential area with very little tourist activity. We like that about it a lot. The walk to the station takes no time, and the trains into the centre are regular and fast. The house is small, but larger than most family homes in the area. Tateishi is really nice, with strange shops and nice markets. We took a couple of days just to look around and soak it up. The host was quick to respond to questions and happy to help. We would recommend it for people who want to do the city in the day and hide away at night.