noctarium
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I’ve used Airbnb for many years and stayed in many places around the world, and nothing comes close to Kosuke’s place. It’s a truly amazing and unique experience. You even... read more get your own private vintage-style cinema room, and every room in the house has its own distinctive design.Kosuke is incredibly kind and helpful. . he genuinely makes sure everything runs smoothly. He even offered us rides and assisted with shipping items, which we really appreciated.The location is perfect, just a short walk from Gotemba Station. It made getting to Fuji-Q Highland, Gotemba Outlet, and other attractions so easy. Despite being close to plenty of late-night food options for our midnight cravings, the house itself is peaceful and quiet.Highly recommend Kosuke’s place , an unforgettable stay 🙂
Seali
11/22/2025
This is one of the coolest AirBnBs out there. Kosuke has put a lot of time and love into this place and it shows in the details.
Ryan
4/11/2025
I wish I could give this stay 6 stars. Kosuke was the nicest airbnb host I have stayed with in my 7 years using this app. The place is incredible... read more and the pictures do not do it justice. This man has done a wonderful job reconstructing this beautiful theater into an incredible inn. The place is spotless, and he has all the amenities you will need for your time there. He is so kind and helpful, coming to help us when we were lost getting to his stay, and even sharing great places to eat and see while in Gotemba. The stay is 3 minutes from the train station which is super convenient for traveling from Gotemba, or even taking the bus up to Mt Fuji for a hike. There are plenty of onsen(thermal baths) near this stay, so you can really do it all from this area. He even offered us bikes that we used to coast around the area. Besides the stay, Kosuke is a very kind person, and I plan to return here in the near future to see how his work on this theater has progressed.
Gianluca
8/13/2023
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Staying here was an awesome experience. We could watch all the movies we always wanted to see in the cinema in a cozy private cinema. The whole Airbnb is so... read more cool and every cm has so many cool movie details. Kosuke is a real nice guy and always answered real quickly whenever we had aquestion. It is absolutely worth a visit whenever you're around.
Lars
12/05/2023
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
This was, by far, my favorite rental for our stay in Japan. Kosuke is extremely helpful with recommendations and went out of his way to help navigate renting a car.... read more The pictures do not do justice to the space. The cinima is HUGE!
Max
4/22/2025
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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
Kosuke is a great Host, even showed us a great place to eat within the city. The Cinema is excellent and the rooms are great.
Dennis
10/17/2024
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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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
One place that you'll wanna visit again soon. A big screen for movie, a warm place for gathering. All you need is having your friends to visit this place together... read more and enjoy Kosuke's magic bnb.
Chieh Wen
12/15/2025
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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
One of the coolest and most creative places I’ve ever stayed. Huge space with plenty to watch! Our host was also unimaginably helpful. He gave us great recommendations for food... read more and parks and made us feel very at home. This place has got to be the best place in Gotemba and definitely worth staying while in Japan!!!
Dawson
11/23/2024
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
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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
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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The place was insane. The most unique AirBnB I have ever been. The home cinema was an actual cinema room and experience Ive never had before in my own home.... read more Great location very close to the station and Kosuke was super friendly and helpful with restaurant recommendations. I will definitely be back at some time
Norbert
8/23/2024
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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Amazing stay at Kosuke-san’s place - he was an incredible host who went the extra mile: providing us extra blankets when the weather got cold, driving out to assist us... read more when we got stuck in Hakone due to the weather and then offering alternatives when the weather made it hard for him to reach us, and just communicating really well throughout our stay. We appreciate Kosuke-san as a host so much, and will recommend this place to anyone visiting Gotemba!
Xaria
2/09/2026
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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Host is very friendly, chill and responsive. Sadly I couldn’t climb Mt. Fuji this time but I had a good stay. I will make it next year.
Wai Wai
8/07/2024
The host is very passionate, easy to communicate and polite.
The screening room is big. It is great if you bring a lot of friends to stay.
Highly... read more recommend
Ron
7/12/2024
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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
The best AirBnB we've ever stayed at. Movie theater was incredible and we loved Gotemba--many restaurants and bars just steps away. We hope to come back again someday.
Bethany
4/07/2025
Le logement de Kosuke est très atypique, cependant il reste très agréable.
De plus Kosuke est quelqu'un de très gentil
Nous étions coincé dans la station de Susono du... read more au forte pluies.
Il est venu nous chercher en voiture et nous a sauvé la vie.
Nous lui sommes extrêmement reconnaissant.
C'est un hôte très avenant et à l'écoute de c'est invités.
Le logement est proche de la gare et le quartier est plutôt animé le soir.
Loic
11/05/2024
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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I’ve used Airbnb for many years and stayed in many places around the world, and nothing comes close to Kosuke’s place. It’s a truly amazing and unique experience. You even... read more get your own private vintage-style cinema room, and every room in the house has its own distinctive design.Kosuke is incredibly kind and helpful. . he genuinely makes sure everything runs smoothly. He even offered us rides and assisted with shipping items, which we really appreciated.The location is perfect, just a short walk from Gotemba Station. It made getting to Fuji-Q Highland, Gotemba Outlet, and other attractions so easy. Despite being close to plenty of late-night food options for our midnight cravings, the house itself is peaceful and quiet.Highly recommend Kosuke’s place , an unforgettable stay 🙂
Seali
11/22/2025
This is one of the coolest AirBnBs out there. Kosuke has put a lot of time and love into this place and it shows in the details.
Ryan
4/11/2025
I wish I could give this stay 6 stars. Kosuke was the nicest airbnb host I have stayed with in my 7 years using this app. The place is incredible... read more and the pictures do not do it justice. This man has done a wonderful job reconstructing this beautiful theater into an incredible inn. The place is spotless, and he has all the amenities you will need for your time there. He is so kind and helpful, coming to help us when we were lost getting to his stay, and even sharing great places to eat and see while in Gotemba. The stay is 3 minutes from the train station which is super convenient for traveling from Gotemba, or even taking the bus up to Mt Fuji for a hike. There are plenty of onsen(thermal baths) near this stay, so you can really do it all from this area. He even offered us bikes that we used to coast around the area. Besides the stay, Kosuke is a very kind person, and I plan to return here in the near future to see how his work on this theater has progressed.
Gianluca
8/13/2023 -
Staying here was an awesome experience. We could watch all the movies we always wanted to see in the cinema in a cozy private cinema. The whole Airbnb is so... read more cool and every cm has so many cool movie details. Kosuke is a real nice guy and always answered real quickly whenever we had aquestion. It is absolutely worth a visit whenever you're around.
Lars
12/05/2023
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
This was, by far, my favorite rental for our stay in Japan. Kosuke is extremely helpful with recommendations and went out of his way to help navigate renting a car.... read more The pictures do not do justice to the space. The cinima is HUGE!
Max
4/22/2025 -
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
Kosuke is a great Host, even showed us a great place to eat within the city. The Cinema is excellent and the rooms are great.
Dennis
10/17/2024
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 -
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
One place that you'll wanna visit again soon. A big screen for movie, a warm place for gathering. All you need is having your friends to visit this place together... read more and enjoy Kosuke's magic bnb.
Chieh Wen
12/15/2025 -
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
One of the coolest and most creative places I’ve ever stayed. Huge space with plenty to watch! Our host was also unimaginably helpful. He gave us great recommendations for food... read more and parks and made us feel very at home. This place has got to be the best place in Gotemba and definitely worth staying while in Japan!!!
Dawson
11/23/2024
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 -
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
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 -
The place was insane. The most unique AirBnB I have ever been. The home cinema was an actual cinema room and experience Ive never had before in my own home.... read more Great location very close to the station and Kosuke was super friendly and helpful with restaurant recommendations. I will definitely be back at some time
Norbert
8/23/2024
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 -
Amazing stay at Kosuke-san’s place - he was an incredible host who went the extra mile: providing us extra blankets when the weather got cold, driving out to assist us... read more when we got stuck in Hakone due to the weather and then offering alternatives when the weather made it hard for him to reach us, and just communicating really well throughout our stay. We appreciate Kosuke-san as a host so much, and will recommend this place to anyone visiting Gotemba!
Xaria
2/09/2026
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 -
Host is very friendly, chill and responsive. Sadly I couldn’t climb Mt. Fuji this time but I had a good stay. I will make it next year.
Wai Wai
8/07/2024
The host is very passionate, easy to communicate and polite.
The screening room is big. It is great if you bring a lot of friends to stay.
Highly... read more recommend
Ron
7/12/2024 -
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
The best AirBnB we've ever stayed at. Movie theater was incredible and we loved Gotemba--many restaurants and bars just steps away. We hope to come back again someday.
Bethany
4/07/2025
Le logement de Kosuke est très atypique, cependant il reste très agréable.
De plus Kosuke est quelqu'un de très gentil
Nous étions coincé dans la station de Susono du... read more au forte pluies.
Il est venu nous chercher en voiture et nous a sauvé la vie.
Nous lui sommes extrêmement reconnaissant.
C'est un hôte très avenant et à l'écoute de c'est invités.
Le logement est proche de la gare et le quartier est plutôt animé le soir.
Loic
11/05/2024
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.




