Japan is famous for its wide variety of animal cafes, maids, and cosplayers. Today we will introduce a perfect café for owl lovers, the Fukuro Cafe (梟カフェ). In this café, you can snack, have coffee, and play with real owls. These Fukuro Cafés can be found in Tokyo, Osaka, and Nagoya.
This café is similar to the Neko Cafe, you pay a fee to enter and can walk around the place and meet owls of various different breeds. You can also hold them and take photos, pet them, etc. Of course, most people go to this place for the owls and not to drink and eat. Remember that this place is unique and tends to be crowded, so if possible, book a time.
Playing with the owls at Fukuro Cafe
Owls are not usually pets, so you need to follow a lot of rules. Upon entering the restaurant and choosing your table, you will receive all the details in Japanese. In these cafes you usually choose an owl to catch with your finger, sometimes you need to wear gloves for the big owls. They can land on your hand, shoulder or head.
You will probably only be able to pet your owl, although you can take pictures of them all. They will explain how you should pet an owl, with care and common sense, by touching the back of its head or back. You must be careful not to put your fingers in front of the owl and startle it.
Owls usually perch on stands or trees in a natural and comforting environment. If you are in Tokyo or Osaka, you can visit the Fukuro no Mise, and in Nagoya, we have the Fukuro no itu mori Cafe. This is your chance to meet various owls of different breeds and sizes! What do you think of the idea? Have you ever had this unique experience? Share with your friends and leave your comments!
