noctarium
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The owner is very nice, the room is very large and has a sense of design, there are a lot of interesting ornaments, you can see that the owner is... read more very tasteful, we spent a wonderful two nights here, it is a pity that we left in a hurry and did not say goodbye to the owner in person, hope to come again next time
Liang
12/15/2024
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great place to stay! I would definitely come back again if I'm in town! super awesome for people who wants to relax after a long day to watch movies!
Kwan
8/09/2023
The owner keeps the place in a very good condition and the decoration inside is amazing, especially the theatre area. You can immerse yourself in the movie scene and enjoy... read more the private moment. On a separate note, the owner is very friendly and responsive. Definitely enjoyed a great time there
Xuying
4/18/2024
Amazing space for watching films and experiencing local places. Theater has historical significance so it’s cool that it’s kept alive with a place to stay and private screenings. The bathroom... read more and showers are modern and the water pressure is like a massage. Bed is comfortable.
Kitchen had everything we needed for making food as well as fresh beans for coffee and good waffle breakfast.
Music plays in every room as you wish with a tablet so you can choose the vibe.
The local recommendations for food and coffee are fantastic.
Streaming device has options and host makes it easy to connect to hdmi but if you are coming from outside Japan make sure your devices work well ahead of time. I was able to get some classic films working on YouTube after criterion and hbo max failed completely for certain movies (mirroring did not work even if downloaded). Netflix on the host device had a few English subtitle films but most I searched for were not. Hope to visit again in warm weather.
Phillip
2/04/2025
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This place is truly unique, situated in a very pleasant and conveniently located area. You're just a short walk to delicious lunch and dinner options, and a quick turn reveals... read more the stunning views of Mount Fuji. The host, Kasuke-san, is exceptionally kind and incredibly helpful. I highly recommend this place.
Dima
12/10/2025
this was one of the most amazing Airbnb experiences. You get your own retro, vintage theatre with amazing local restaurants in easy walking distance. We rented Kosuke's place over the... read more few days we were hiking Mt Fuji and it was perfect for easy access to transport as well as plenty of space and laundry facilities for hike prep and pack down. I would highly recommend Kosuke and his place for a home away from home.
Chrianna
7/18/2024
We enjoyed the spaciousness of Kosuke’s place. As described, it feels like a home but not one filled with Ikea furnishings. It is rare to have 2 showers and 2... read more toilets in a Japanese home and that appealed to us immensely. Kosuke is a great host. He checked on us to make sure we settled into the apartment we well. He has heating devices to warm the beds which we loved.
Karin
5/09/2026
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The host was extremely kind and gave us a tour of the old projector room. There’s food and nearby the gotemba station to get around. We are very happy with... read more our decision and destination. We would come back here!
Daniil
4/18/2026
Un endroit atypique a faire absolument si vous passez dans la région.
De nombreux détails pour les fans de cinéma et de pop culture. Très propre et calme. Je recommande... read more a 100% !!
Denis
5/26/2025
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This was one of the coolest Airbnb's I've ever stayed at. Host was nice and responsive and easily adapted to a last minute guest add. The Airbnb itself is so... read more unique and there are cool movie-esque touches everywhere. There's also an AMAZING pizza place right across the street, ask the host for the name, it's the best pizza we've had in Japan. The best part was watching Anime on the big screen and enjoying snacks & drinks. I would definitely stay again if in the area!
Rebekah
10/13/2023
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Great stay and a very unique location. If you like cinema, there are a lot of cool Japanese magazines and posters of famous movies. The cinema room itself was awesome,... read more and the host let us use his Netflix and Disney plus accounts and his DVD collection, so we didn’t have to worry about bringing a laptop. Would stay here again! 🙂
Yannick
4/08/2025
Very fun and cool Place!
Comes with all services like netflix, disney+, etc!
Really loved it!! We had much fun!
Andreas
5/18/2025
This was one of the coolest Airbnb’s we’ve ever stayed in. The place is beautifully decorated, the beds are comfortable, the apartment has everything you need for a great stay... read more and it has a movie theater. I mean, you can’t beat that. We made popcorn, watch movies and had the absolute best time. We didn’t even want to leave the apartment. Kosuke is a great host. He made sure we were comfortable and gave us some recommendations for things to do in the area. It’s conveniently located and you can make it your base to explore Mt. Fuji.
Ewa
4/14/2025
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Had a wonderful stay and Kosuke was a great host. The pictures really don’t do the space justice. The entire place has a lot of history and is a really... read more unique space. Great for a couples getaway or even with a group of friends to hang out. The theater room is really the highlight, with a cozy setup and amazingly big screen and sound system. You really get a private movie theater all to yourself! The location is also amazing. Literally a couple minutes from Gotemba station and located right next to some amazing restaurants. We were pleasantly surprised by the great food served at the nearby izakayas.
I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking to travel to Gotemba.
Mickey
7/15/2024
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Highly recommended this fabulous house to all of you . It’s an unexpected experience and probably our best Airbnb experience! Kokuse San is very kind and friendly to his guests.... read more He even prepared some snacks for us to enjoy with the theatre.
Btw thank you so much for keep these good old things and thank you for loving Hong Kong!
Ka Lee
1/24/2025
By far the most unique AirBnB we’ve ever stayed in. We had a car, so this was very conveniently located to do the Hakone tourism circuit and also get close... read more up views of Fuji to the northwest (Lake Kawaguchi). The space itself is a converted retro movie theater with tons of cool related cinema memorabilia. The host has added a great projection/audio setup to the theater itself with lots of streaming options available. The rest of the place has plenty of space and beds, with all the amenities you’d need. It’s located in a lively part of town very close to the train station. The host is also very friendly, helpful, and communicative. If we ever find ourselves in the Hakone region again, we definitely would like to stay here again.
Mohammed
2/16/2025
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Wow. One of the best Airbnb’s I have stayed at. Thanks to the hosts passion and creativity the theater has been restored in beautiful and thoughtful ways. It was an... read more immersive experience that I wish I could have enjoyed longer.The bnb is large with several rooms and beds. 2 different shower rooms and toilets. Large living room, kitchen, and an even larger theater, of course. Everything you could need and more. I stayed in January so my only note is of course it was a bit cold You should definitely use the heaters and blankets the host provides. The cold was no problem tho because the host offered many times information on heating and extra blankets. The host was very responsive and helpful on every request and question. He even waited for us to arrive at maybe 9pm so he could show us around and how to use the facilities.It is directly across from the station. Just a few minutes walk.Walk down the street one minute and you see Mt. Fuji! I would write more but out of space. Thanks!
Lucy
1/24/2026
Kosuke was extremely helpful from beginning till the end. The place was very unique. We were only able to stay for one night which was definitely not enough. I could... read more only imagine how much fun it would be to watch a few movies with a group of friends. I would 100% come back here for my next visit. Thank you so much Kosuke!
Clara
6/06/2023
The Mountain Cinema was the most unique place we've ever inhabited! It was fun and funky, and its location in Gotemba couldn't have been better! Its access to the train... read more station, shopping, izakayas and markets was perfect. Our favorite part was watching Jurassic World on the gigantic movie screen! What a treat!
Lyndsey
2/24/2026
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Eine wundervolle unterkunft, ein großer kinosaal, ein eigenes kino mit eigenem programm, wir haben uns in diese unterkunft verliebt. Sehr schönes ambiente, man erkennt in allem den designer. Kosuke war... read more immer sehr hilfreich und hat uns viele informationen gegeben. tausend dank, es war ein tolles erlenbis
Ute
6/19/2023
My friend and I had a fantastic stay at Kosuke’s place. You can really feel the thought and care he’s put into every detail. The private cinema was a highlight—such... read more a fun and relaxing experience to have all to ourselves. The space is beautifully decorated and stocked with every amenity you could need. 10/10 would absolutely stay again—just wish we had one more night!
Paul
7/10/2025
Second time staying at Kosuke San’s Nocturiam airbnb! Amazing place as always to watch movies, relax, eat good food, with great views to Fuji San. We had a... read more lot of space to work. It was very convenient to get to the nearby onsens as well. He’s the best host - always has great suggestions and always trying to improve the place. I look forward to our third trip to this place. 🫡
Tisa
11/29/2024
Questions & Answers
What is noctarium?
Noctarium is a private accommodation inside a former movie theater in Gotemba, Japan.
Can I stay inside a movie theater?
Yes. Guests stay inside a renovated historic movie theater with a 300-inch screen.
Is the entire building private?
Yes. Noctarium is rented to only one group per day.
How many guests can stay?
Up to 9 guests can stay.
Can we watch movies?
Yes. Guests can use the cinema screen during their stay.
What makes noctarium unique?
Noctarium combines accommodation, cinema, and culture in a former movie theater. It regularly hosts screenings, exhibitions, and events.
How far is it from Gotemba Station?
Noctarium is within walking distance of Gotemba Station.
Is parking available?
Yes. Free parking is available for guests.
Are children welcome?
Yes. Families with children are welcome.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Direct booking is available through the official website.
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The owner is very nice, the room is very large and has a sense of design, there are a lot of interesting ornaments, you can see that the owner is... read more very tasteful, we spent a wonderful two nights here, it is a pity that we left in a hurry and did not say goodbye to the owner in person, hope to come again next time
Liang
12/15/2024 -
great place to stay! I would definitely come back again if I'm in town! super awesome for people who wants to relax after a long day to watch movies!
Kwan
8/09/2023
The owner keeps the place in a very good condition and the decoration inside is amazing, especially the theatre area. You can immerse yourself in the movie scene and enjoy... read more the private moment. On a separate note, the owner is very friendly and responsive. Definitely enjoyed a great time there
Xuying
4/18/2024
Amazing space for watching films and experiencing local places. Theater has historical significance so it’s cool that it’s kept alive with a place to stay and private screenings. The bathroom... read more and showers are modern and the water pressure is like a massage. Bed is comfortable.
Kitchen had everything we needed for making food as well as fresh beans for coffee and good waffle breakfast.
Music plays in every room as you wish with a tablet so you can choose the vibe.
The local recommendations for food and coffee are fantastic.
Streaming device has options and host makes it easy to connect to hdmi but if you are coming from outside Japan make sure your devices work well ahead of time. I was able to get some classic films working on YouTube after criterion and hbo max failed completely for certain movies (mirroring did not work even if downloaded). Netflix on the host device had a few English subtitle films but most I searched for were not. Hope to visit again in warm weather.
Phillip
2/04/2025 -
This place is truly unique, situated in a very pleasant and conveniently located area. You're just a short walk to delicious lunch and dinner options, and a quick turn reveals... read more the stunning views of Mount Fuji. The host, Kasuke-san, is exceptionally kind and incredibly helpful. I highly recommend this place.
Dima
12/10/2025
this was one of the most amazing Airbnb experiences. You get your own retro, vintage theatre with amazing local restaurants in easy walking distance. We rented Kosuke's place over the... read more few days we were hiking Mt Fuji and it was perfect for easy access to transport as well as plenty of space and laundry facilities for hike prep and pack down. I would highly recommend Kosuke and his place for a home away from home.
Chrianna
7/18/2024
We enjoyed the spaciousness of Kosuke’s place. As described, it feels like a home but not one filled with Ikea furnishings. It is rare to have 2 showers and 2... read more toilets in a Japanese home and that appealed to us immensely. Kosuke is a great host. He checked on us to make sure we settled into the apartment we well. He has heating devices to warm the beds which we loved.
Karin
5/09/2026 -
The host was extremely kind and gave us a tour of the old projector room. There’s food and nearby the gotemba station to get around. We are very happy with... read more our decision and destination. We would come back here!
Daniil
4/18/2026
Un endroit atypique a faire absolument si vous passez dans la région.
De nombreux détails pour les fans de cinéma et de pop culture. Très propre et calme. Je recommande... read more a 100% !!
Denis
5/26/2025 -
This was one of the coolest Airbnb's I've ever stayed at. Host was nice and responsive and easily adapted to a last minute guest add. The Airbnb itself is so... read more unique and there are cool movie-esque touches everywhere. There's also an AMAZING pizza place right across the street, ask the host for the name, it's the best pizza we've had in Japan. The best part was watching Anime on the big screen and enjoying snacks & drinks. I would definitely stay again if in the area!
Rebekah
10/13/2023 -
Great stay and a very unique location. If you like cinema, there are a lot of cool Japanese magazines and posters of famous movies. The cinema room itself was awesome,... read more and the host let us use his Netflix and Disney plus accounts and his DVD collection, so we didn’t have to worry about bringing a laptop. Would stay here again! 🙂
Yannick
4/08/2025
Very fun and cool Place!
Comes with all services like netflix, disney+, etc!
Really loved it!! We had much fun!
Andreas
5/18/2025
This was one of the coolest Airbnb’s we’ve ever stayed in. The place is beautifully decorated, the beds are comfortable, the apartment has everything you need for a great stay... read more and it has a movie theater. I mean, you can’t beat that. We made popcorn, watch movies and had the absolute best time. We didn’t even want to leave the apartment. Kosuke is a great host. He made sure we were comfortable and gave us some recommendations for things to do in the area. It’s conveniently located and you can make it your base to explore Mt. Fuji.
Ewa
4/14/2025 -
Had a wonderful stay and Kosuke was a great host. The pictures really don’t do the space justice. The entire place has a lot of history and is a really... read more unique space. Great for a couples getaway or even with a group of friends to hang out. The theater room is really the highlight, with a cozy setup and amazingly big screen and sound system. You really get a private movie theater all to yourself! The location is also amazing. Literally a couple minutes from Gotemba station and located right next to some amazing restaurants. We were pleasantly surprised by the great food served at the nearby izakayas.
I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking to travel to Gotemba.
Mickey
7/15/2024 -
Highly recommended this fabulous house to all of you . It’s an unexpected experience and probably our best Airbnb experience! Kokuse San is very kind and friendly to his guests.... read more He even prepared some snacks for us to enjoy with the theatre.
Btw thank you so much for keep these good old things and thank you for loving Hong Kong!
Ka Lee
1/24/2025
By far the most unique AirBnB we’ve ever stayed in. We had a car, so this was very conveniently located to do the Hakone tourism circuit and also get close... read more up views of Fuji to the northwest (Lake Kawaguchi). The space itself is a converted retro movie theater with tons of cool related cinema memorabilia. The host has added a great projection/audio setup to the theater itself with lots of streaming options available. The rest of the place has plenty of space and beds, with all the amenities you’d need. It’s located in a lively part of town very close to the train station. The host is also very friendly, helpful, and communicative. If we ever find ourselves in the Hakone region again, we definitely would like to stay here again.
Mohammed
2/16/2025 -
Wow. One of the best Airbnb’s I have stayed at. Thanks to the hosts passion and creativity the theater has been restored in beautiful and thoughtful ways. It was an... read more immersive experience that I wish I could have enjoyed longer.The bnb is large with several rooms and beds. 2 different shower rooms and toilets. Large living room, kitchen, and an even larger theater, of course. Everything you could need and more. I stayed in January so my only note is of course it was a bit cold You should definitely use the heaters and blankets the host provides. The cold was no problem tho because the host offered many times information on heating and extra blankets. The host was very responsive and helpful on every request and question. He even waited for us to arrive at maybe 9pm so he could show us around and how to use the facilities.It is directly across from the station. Just a few minutes walk.Walk down the street one minute and you see Mt. Fuji! I would write more but out of space. Thanks!
Lucy
1/24/2026
Kosuke was extremely helpful from beginning till the end. The place was very unique. We were only able to stay for one night which was definitely not enough. I could... read more only imagine how much fun it would be to watch a few movies with a group of friends. I would 100% come back here for my next visit. Thank you so much Kosuke!
Clara
6/06/2023
The Mountain Cinema was the most unique place we've ever inhabited! It was fun and funky, and its location in Gotemba couldn't have been better! Its access to the train... read more station, shopping, izakayas and markets was perfect. Our favorite part was watching Jurassic World on the gigantic movie screen! What a treat!
Lyndsey
2/24/2026 -
Eine wundervolle unterkunft, ein großer kinosaal, ein eigenes kino mit eigenem programm, wir haben uns in diese unterkunft verliebt. Sehr schönes ambiente, man erkennt in allem den designer. Kosuke war... read more immer sehr hilfreich und hat uns viele informationen gegeben. tausend dank, es war ein tolles erlenbis
Ute
6/19/2023
My friend and I had a fantastic stay at Kosuke’s place. You can really feel the thought and care he’s put into every detail. The private cinema was a highlight—such... read more a fun and relaxing experience to have all to ourselves. The space is beautifully decorated and stocked with every amenity you could need. 10/10 would absolutely stay again—just wish we had one more night!
Paul
7/10/2025
Second time staying at Kosuke San’s Nocturiam airbnb! Amazing place as always to watch movies, relax, eat good food, with great views to Fuji San. We had a... read more lot of space to work. It was very convenient to get to the nearby onsens as well. He’s the best host - always has great suggestions and always trying to improve the place. I look forward to our third trip to this place. 🫡
Tisa
11/29/2024
Questions & Answers
What is noctarium?
Noctarium is a private accommodation inside a former movie theater in Gotemba, Japan.
Can I stay inside a movie theater?
Yes. Guests stay inside a renovated historic movie theater with a 300-inch screen.
Is the entire building private?
Yes. Noctarium is rented to only one group per day.
How many guests can stay?
Up to 9 guests can stay.
Can we watch movies?
Yes. Guests can use the cinema screen during their stay.
What makes noctarium unique?
Noctarium combines accommodation, cinema, and culture in a former movie theater. It regularly hosts screenings, exhibitions, and events.
How far is it from Gotemba Station?
Noctarium is within walking distance of Gotemba Station.
Is parking available?
Yes. Free parking is available for guests.
Are children welcome?
Yes. Families with children are welcome.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Direct booking is available through the official website.







