The room was very well-prepared and the owner is kind and helpful, and seems like she has some interesting stories to tell.
I was hoping the bar would be a gathering spot for all the guests, but I never saw it open (appears to be by reservation?) That we were encouraged to return by 9 PM was also a bit onerous (given it is 30 minutes from the city centre), but an understandable part of the guesthouse experience.
We had a wonderful stay in this historic inn, a beautiful property and convenient location for exploring Amagasaki, Osaka, and Kobe. We will be coming back!