The lobby, with its comfortable flat sofas, is small but stylish. The staff at the front desk is friendly and easy to talk to.

A special space for guests only, where tea and sweets are served. The chic lounge offers a view over the counter of the tsuboniwa garden, which changes its expression from morning to afternoon and night. It can also be used as a library with free Wi-Fi.

Executive twin rooms from 30,000 yen per room (tax included); rooms can accommodate up to four people, and the natural wood interior and Scandinavian-style sofas make the room feel like a living room with a homey, relaxing feel.

All rooms have rain showers that gently warm the body. Shampoos and conditioners are popular for their mandarin-based fragrances blended with bergamot and geranium.

Standard twin room from 18,000 yen (tax included). A Hollywood twin type room for up to 2 people with a comfortable bench-style bed. Enjoy a restful stay on a 110cm wide single-size bed with a mattress made by the British Royal Family (all rooms).

Guests can conveniently visit any time of the day, not just morning and evening, to take a break with a cup of delicious coffee and enjoy Kyoto- and Kansai-conscious cuisine, such as a special grilled salad made with an abundance of Kyoto vegetables.

Morning breakfast with choice of specialty coffee for 2,000 yen, available only on weekends and Saturdays and Sundays. Breads are from the famous Yoshida Bakery in Matsugasaki. There are four choices: Campagne and Raisin, focaccia and soft bread, chunky mountain-shaped toast, and baguette French toast.

Dinner features meat-based dishes such as grilled Omi beef for 3,500 yen and grilled vegetable platter for 800 yen. Gourmet burgers made with 100% Japanese Wagyu beef, such as the popular lunchtime cheeseburger for 1,050 yen, are also available in the evening, as well as pickles made with Kyoto vegetables for 500 yen and craft beer alone.

Seating is available at large wooden tables with a view of the courtyard in the back. The café is supervised by Mr. Fix Shimoyama, the world's top barista who has won two latte art competitions and five consecutive world competitions. Enjoy the high quality coffee, which is popular even among foreigners who are picky about taste, in a relaxed atmosphere.