This is a movie-lover's mecca that my movie-loving wife was eager to visit.
The atmosphere inside the store is great, and the merchandise booth has a carefully selected selection.
I bought a CD recommended by the staff and a Miroko Machiko sticker.
The owner is also friendly and will talk to you casually, creating a welcoming atmosphere.
It's a movie theater that you can easily drop in to, so I definitely recommend checking it out.
I went to the cinema for the first time in decades. I stopped going because I didn't like the noisy people around and couldn't concentrate on the movie. But the crowd here was nice, so I enjoyed the movie. I was able to listen to it at a volume I couldn't hear at home (it's really nice).
Apparently Thursday is a special day where you can see the movie for 1,300 yen (I went without knowing this).
It's a bit of a niche movie theater, like KBC Cinema in Fukuoka.
I go there regularly because there are movies I want to see.
I like that it's a small, cozy room with only a few people so you can watch movies at your own pace. They also hand out bonuses and other things.
The only food they offer is expensive cookies, so it would be nice if they sold popcorn and other things as well.
Once I ordered cocoa from a young male staff member, but it was barely mixed and there was no spoon included, so I couldn't mix it and it didn't feel like I had drunk it.
Hita Cinematheque Liberté is a premium movie theater cinema complex located in Hita City, Oita Prefecture, Japan. This modern entertainment facility offers state-of-the-art screening technology and comfortable seating for moviegoers visiting the historic hot spring region of Kyushu.
Hita Cinematheque Liberté ticket prices typically range from 1,200-1,800 yen for adults, with discounted rates for students, seniors, and children. Showtimes vary daily with multiple screenings from morning to evening. Check their official website or call ahead for current movie schedules and advance ticket booking.
Late-night screenings are available primarily on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, though availability varies. The cinema closes after evening shows and reopens at 8:15 PM for late-night programming, with screenings starting at 8:30 PM. This schedule allows visitors to enjoy dinner and then catch a late movie, making it convenient for those finishing work or looking for evening entertainment options.
Hita Cinematheque Liberté primarily screens Japanese films and international movies dubbed in Japanese. English-language films with Japanese subtitles are occasionally available, especially for major Hollywood releases. Foreign visitors should check the current movie lineup and language options before visiting this Hita cinema.
Hita Cinematheque Liberté features modern cinema amenities including comfortable reclining seats, digital projection, surround sound systems, concession stands with snacks and beverages, and accessible facilities. The theater also offers parking space and is located near restaurants and shopping areas in Hita City for a complete entertainment experience.
