Good location, close to the Kyoto central station and several bus stops close by. Front desk a small but fine since they house is meant few guests. Staff knew very little english, however it was not a big deal and they tried their best to help. Rooms and the house itself was japanese style meaning no beds, and total silence after 10pm. Floor of the rooms are made of bamboo which gives the "japanese smell", extremely pleasant smell. Loved it! No shoes allowed inside the house. No more than 8 rooms in the house. Steep stairs!