A traveler, before a host.MEET YOUR HOST
Hello, I’m Ryo.
Traveler. Photographer.
Your host in Tokyo.
I’ve always believed the best part of a journey is the people you meet along the way. First In Stay is my way of keeping that feeling alive.
A LITTLE ABOUT ME
The journey
brought me here.
I’m an entrepreneur and former racing driver. I’ve traveled widely, always drawn to the unexpected people and places that make a journey memorable.
In 2021, my love of anime, cherry blossoms and autumn colors brought me to Tokyo. Living between the city’s quiet corners and its restless energy gave me a different perspective. The past became a beginning, rather than something to hold on to.
I took up photography to preserve the moments that move me. A camera, a map and a little curiosity still feel like the start of a good day.
Every encounter happens only once.
Let’s make this one worth remembering.
WHY FIRST IN STAY
Details matter.
So do people.
This guesthouse was previously run by an agency. When I returned, I saw small details that could be more thoughtful. I decided to step away from other work and care for it myself.
In August 2025, I began hosting personally and turned the ground floor into a small lounge just for our guests. When I’m around, you’re welcome to get in touch and drop by for tea, coffee or a drink, and tell me about your travels.
Whether you stay for a night or a little longer, I hope you leave with a memory that feels entirely your own.
See you in Tokyo,
Ryo
LET’S TALK ABOUT
Biography adapted from Ryo’s Airbnb profile. Lounge visits and drinks depend on the host’s availability.