The beds are nice and the couch is the best, comfiest sofa in all of Japan. There is a beautiful separate kitchen and the dining space is perfect. Each room has nice privacy.
There is really no need for an elevator because the two long flights of stairs are easy to bring a suitcase down, as gravity is on your side. It’s super nice when you get to the top. The check in process is unique and experientially novel. The bathroom has a very nice fan to clear the humidity and scent of strong wood.
The charming tea room is lovely as well, and a huge living room TV pleases everybody. The bars and restaurants in the neighborhood are very friendly and fun. They all happily accept cash.