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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!

  Sehr schicke Unterkunft da ein altes Kino umgebaut wurde. Der Betreiber ist sehr freundlich.

  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!

  The theater is so cool, I love feeling like I have my own private showing. The bathroom area is nice and clean with towels provided. You can have some snacks... read more like popcorn and coffee provided which I loved. I got locked out of my room by mistake when going to the restroom at night so either bring your key with you or take out the battery for the self locking mechanism, although this happened very late kosuke was able to help me. The theater and lobby are under construction so please understand there is a construction smell but the common area and living rooms are very nice. The iPad to play music made the experience that much more comfortable. Also it’s right across the street from the station which makes catching any bus (including the free premium outlet bus) v Ty simple.

  If you are a movie enthusiast, this is a great place to stay as you are literally staying in an old movie theatre. It needs some polish however you can... read more tell he has put his blood, sweat & tears to renovate and decorate the place. If you can appreciate the finer details, you will love its uniqueness and ambiance. It was in the middle of everything and only a short walk from the station. His friend also hosts a small cafe on the first floor which adds to its charm - nice for a quick coffee break. Would love to come back.

  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.

  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

  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!

  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!!!

  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.

  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

  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. 🫡

  If you're looking for something other than the typical Japanese business hotel, or western chain hotel, this is your place!Very clean and well-appointed, this space is suited for smaller families... read more (like ours) or larger groups. You'll find comfortable beds, great showers and restrooms, and even a washing machine.Watching movies in the "living room" theater, is such a fun bonus, it makes for the perfect stay.The host was so fantastic! He greeted us, and made sure all our needs were met. He is an artist, and created this artful place himself. He was so friendly, he felt like part of our family. A few steps away from trains and busses, and many places to eat within walking distance, makes this a great location to call home while exploring the area.We had a fantastic stay!

  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!

  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.

  By far the coolest Airbnb we’ve ever stayed in!
Kosuke has done an incredible job restoring the old movie theatre and we loved all the tiny little details. ... read more /> The bed was comfortable and warm, bathrooms were pristine and the kitchen was really well equipped for cooking.
Kosuke was also kind enough to leave us some waffles for breakfast and let us borrow bicycles to explore Gotemba with. 🙂
Communication was easy and instructions were clear.
Would 100% recommend - having the cinema screen to ourselves was a one off experience and worth visiting Gotemba for alone.

  cool place to live

  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!

  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.

  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.

  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.

  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.

  Genuinely the coolest, best place! Definitely will be returning 🙂

  Awesome stay, very convenient to restaurants and train station.

  Such a fun and unique stay! Would love to come back soon!

  Bu eşsiz Airbnb deneyimi kesinlikle unutulmazdı! Sinemalı bir evde konaklama fikri zaten çok cazipti, ama gerçek deneyim beklentilerimizin çok ötesine geçti. Evin dekorasyonu özenle düşünülmüş ve hem estetik hem de... read more konfor açısından kusursuzdu. Sinema odası tam anlamıyla bir harikaydı; kaliteli ekipmanları ve rahat oturma düzeni sayesinde kendimizi gerçekten bir sinema salonunda gibi hissettik. Film izlerken keyifli vakit geçirmek için ideal bir yer!

Bunun yanı sıra evin diğer alanları da çok temiz ve düzenliydi. Konforlu yataklar, ihtiyaç duyabileceğiniz her şeyi bulabileceğiniz bir mutfak ve huzurlu bir ortam vardı. Ev sahibimiz ise inanılmaz derecede misafirperver ve samimiydi. Girişten çıkışa kadar her konuda çok yardımcı oldu, iletişimi oldukça hızlıydı ve kendimizi özel hissettirmek için ekstra çaba gösterdi.

Kısacası her şey mükemmeldi!

  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.

  Kosuke’s place is the best airbnb place I’ve been to! Super unique and well worth the money for the opportunity to live in an old/restored theater (DIY project by... read more Kosuke)! Everything was super clean, the bathrooms were neat to use, and the bed sheets were soooo comfy. Next time I’m visiting Japan, I will make a point to stay at this unique airbnb for a week instead of a few days. There are so many tasty restaurants near by!

  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!

  This is a great place. The Theatre Room is spectacular and perfect when you need to chill out during your trip in Japan. The host - that you actually meet... read more in person - is very welcoming, helpful and eager to make your staying as nice as possible, while never being intrusive. The place is also greatly decorated with lots of charm - not like many other Airbnb places that are impersonal and look like an Ikea store - and has a great book library. Highly recommended.

  I think that this is truly a unique airbnb. It has a cinema, complete with a kitchen and is nicely renovated, which makes it more than just a great place... read more to stay in.I truly recommend this Airbnb for a few days for people stopping by at Gotemba!

  Such a fun and unique stay! Would love to come back soon!

  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!

  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.

  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.

  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.

  Sehr schicke Unterkunft da ein altes Kino umgebaut wurde. Der Betreiber ist sehr freundlich.

  The theater is so cool, I love feeling like I have my own private showing. The bathroom area is nice and clean with towels provided. You can have some snacks... read more like popcorn and coffee provided which I loved. I got locked out of my room by mistake when going to the restroom at night so either bring your key with you or take out the battery for the self locking mechanism, although this happened very late kosuke was able to help me. The theater and lobby are under construction so please understand there is a construction smell but the common area and living rooms are very nice. The iPad to play music made the experience that much more comfortable. Also it’s right across the street from the station which makes catching any bus (including the free premium outlet bus) v Ty simple.

  An incredible, unique experience with an unparalleled host. Kosuke was very easy to communicate with and always responded quickly, attentive to all of our requests and went out of our... read more way to make sure our experience in town was as good as it could be. He also speaks English well.

The place itself is unlike any Airbnb I’ve experienced. The movie theater is huge and it’s easy to hook up your computer and sit back on one of the many couches to a movie or sports event on a massive screen with an theater grade sound system. The non bunk bed room is very nice, as well as the bunk beds and each door has its own lock. Kotsuke lives upstairs so he is available, but he gave us our privacy the whole time.
Could fit 10 comfortably, has two showers two bathrooms. Has a washer.

There are all these little touches around the place that make it such an experience. So many surprises and little touches to the place. So much more to say, but I’ve hit the character limit. Do not miss out!

  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!

  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

  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

  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.

  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 🙂

  Kosuke was very helpful with both the check in and check out process. The hotel ascetic was unique and the theater room was a fantastic way to relax.

  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% !!

  Outstanding from start to finish. What an amazing place, coupled with an incredible host. Our only regret was not staying at least 2 nights. Easily the most unique Airbnb we... read more have stayed at. We are a large family of 5 (three daughters) and everything was available for our needs from the kitchen to the bathroom. There are 2 large grocery stores in walking distance with one that closes at 2000 and the other open 24 hrs. We used this as a rest stop between Osaka and Tokyo (driving). Parking was included and was able to accommodate a Toyota Vellfire (full size van) without issue. If you like to cook, this place is perfect for you. Gran some fresh groceries, cook a nice meal and enjoy fabtastic drinks while watching a movie on the big screen that's all yours! Lastly, would recommend bringing your favorite DVD, Nintendo switch (console not included, but sync station available), or laptop with downloaded movies (HDMI port available). Also possible to airplay/android cast. Thank you for all!

  Genuinely the coolest, best place! Definitely will be returning 🙂

  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.

  We loved our stay at this very unique AirBnB. If we return to Gotemba, we'll definitely stay there again!

  Bu eşsiz Airbnb deneyimi kesinlikle unutulmazdı! Sinemalı bir evde konaklama fikri zaten çok cazipti, ama gerçek deneyim beklentilerimizin çok ötesine geçti. Evin dekorasyonu özenle düşünülmüş ve hem estetik hem de... read more konfor açısından kusursuzdu. Sinema odası tam anlamıyla bir harikaydı; kaliteli ekipmanları ve rahat oturma düzeni sayesinde kendimizi gerçekten bir sinema salonunda gibi hissettik. Film izlerken keyifli vakit geçirmek için ideal bir yer!

Bunun yanı sıra evin diğer alanları da çok temiz ve düzenliydi. Konforlu yataklar, ihtiyaç duyabileceğiniz her şeyi bulabileceğiniz bir mutfak ve huzurlu bir ortam vardı. Ev sahibimiz ise inanılmaz derecede misafirperver ve samimiydi. Girişten çıkışa kadar her konuda çok yardımcı oldu, iletişimi oldukça hızlıydı ve kendimizi özel hissettirmek için ekstra çaba gösterdi.

Kısacası her şey mükemmeldi!

  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.

  If you're looking for something other than the typical Japanese business hotel, or western chain hotel, this is your place!Very clean and well-appointed, this space is suited for smaller families... read more (like ours) or larger groups. You'll find comfortable beds, great showers and restrooms, and even a washing machine.Watching movies in the "living room" theater, is such a fun bonus, it makes for the perfect stay.The host was so fantastic! He greeted us, and made sure all our needs were met. He is an artist, and created this artful place himself. He was so friendly, he felt like part of our family. A few steps away from trains and busses, and many places to eat within walking distance, makes this a great location to call home while exploring the area.We had a fantastic stay!

  I had a wonderful stay at this apartment! The host was incredibly friendly and always available whenever I needed assistance, making my stay even more enjoyable. The apartment’s retro design... read more added a unique charm that I absolutely loved. Everything was well-maintained and thoughtfully arranged, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a comfortable and stylish stay!

  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!

  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!!!

  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!

  Coolest AirBnB I've ever stayed in! Great location (right next to Gotemba Station), and the host (Kosuke) was very responsive to messages. Would stay again!

  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!

  What a wonderful experience. I sat in the theater with my two daughters watching movies as if I was a king.