Salon Cinema Hiroshima: A Guide to Films, Tickets, and Discounts

Salon Cinema, located in Hiroshima, Japan, offers a unique movie-going experience with a blend of modern amenities and a touch of old-fashioned charm. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the cinema, including its history, seating, ticket prices, discounts, and accessibility information, as of February 19, 2026.

History of the Cinema

The building housing Salon Cinema has a rich history in Hiroshima’s film scene. Originally opened by Toei Company on October 7, 1995, the space initially featured two screens: Hiroshima Toei (258 seats) and Hiroshima Louvre (178 seats). Cinema Treasures notes that these screens closed on November 13, 2009. Salon Cinema subsequently opened in the same location on September 28, 2014.

Facilities and Seating

Salon Cinema currently operates two screens:

• Screen 1: 125 seats, equipped with Dolby surround 7.1ch sound.
• Screen 2: 91 seats, also equipped with Dolby surround 7.1ch sound.

The cinema is known for its unique seating options, including horigotatsu (floor seating with a heated table), offering a distinctive viewing experience. Movie.jorudan.co.jp describes the cinema as having an old-fashioned charm, with curtains and an attendant introduction before each screening.

Ticket Prices and Discounts

As of February 19, 2026, standard ticket prices are:

• General Admission: ¥1,800
• University Student: ¥1,500
• High School/Junior High/Elementary School Students & Infants: ¥1,000
• Senior Citizens: ¥1,100
• Persons with Disabilities: ¥1,000 (same fee for up to one attendant)

Salon Cinema offers several discount days:

• Service Day (1st of every month): ¥1,100
• Ladies’ Day (Every Wednesday): ¥1,100
• Men’s Day (Every Monday): ¥1,100
• Couple’s Day (22nd of every month): ¥2,200 for two tickets
• Couple 50 Discount (22nd of every month): ¥2,200
• Late Show: ¥1,300 for designated works/times (6:00 PM and 7:00 PM)
• Second Show Discount: ¥1,100 for the second and subsequent shows at Salon Cinema Hacchoza on the same day.

Membership Benefits

Salon Cinema offers a membership program with the following options:

• Favorite Member (Annual): ¥500
• General (Annual): ¥1,400
• Senior (Annual): ¥1,000

Favorite members receive one free viewing for every six paid admissions.

Location and Accessibility

Salon Cinema is located on the 8th floor of the Toei Plaza Building, above the Tokyo Hands Department Store, at 16-10 Hachabori, Naka-Ku, Hiroshima 730-0013, Japan. The cinema does not have its own parking lot, but nearby parking facilities are available.

Phone: 082-962-7772

Access and directions are available online.

Current and Upcoming Films

As of February 19, 2026, Salon Cinema is screening:

• Facilitate/Revange Island
• Bugonia
• Eikou no Back Home
• Fargo
• Sai
• Tashika ni Atta Maboroshi
• Twilight Warriors: Kessen! Kowloon Fortress
• Judou Ryukoubou

Screening schedules are subject to change. Please check the official schedule for the most up-to-date information.