Finding this Ryokan is actually very easy, just take the bus Nr. JR 3 from Kyoto station and get out at Takahana-cho. Then just follow the sign. One way fare is 220 ¥ but you can look for a access description as well on their website.
Unfortunatly I had a room with windows showing me just the parking lot. But the room was very big ( I have been to Tokyo before) and very clean. You get free tea and water. The owner are quite nice. even their english is sometimes a bit hard to understand.
Grandma even made me a little tea ceremony as she heard that I want to study japanese culture. The whole family is really nice!

Well the location might not be the best, you need to ride 30 minutes till you get to kyoto station, but buses depart every 30 minutes till somewhen between 22:00 and 23:00.
That's okay!
Atractions like the golden pavilion are easily to reach by feet. Just take one hour and walk, you will find a lot of lovely nature and nice temples on your way!
The only negative thing is, that you hear a lot of traffic noise in the morning.
I would recommend this ryokan to everyone searching for a cheap and typical japanese inn!

visited again after a few years and was relieved to see that it was just as wonderful as ever. the gardens are beautiful, rooms are clean and spacious, lovely bath. the staff are the best anywhere, they are so helpful it makes you feel wonderful. grandma is a joy, kind and generous. all of the staff are the best. no problems with distance from central kyoto, buses are every 30 minutes and bus stop less than 5 minute walk. restaurant food is extreemly good and the japanese breakfast is a feast.

an autentic family run ryokan, perfect!

We arrived around 7p.m. on a Saturday evening. The restaurant had a small selection of authentic Japanese dishes. Everything we tried was delicious! The rooms are basic, but very clean and comfortable. The staff is very welcoming and made our stay even more enjoyable. If you are looking for an authentic, affordable Japanese inn then this is a great place to stay.