Shimokitazawa is our favorite neighborhood in Tokyo and Nakashiki's place is the perfect jump-off point for our second Tokyo adventure. We just loved exploring the neighborhood. The apartment is also very near to 2 subway stations and that was a great bonus. It's a bit on the cozy side but it was just right for me and my 18-year old daughter since we are out of the house most of the time. Was fun preparing breakfast before heading out for the day. Though we never met her, Nakashiki was very prompt in replying to our numerous questions and requests (which started as soon as we booked her place some months ago.)