Welcome to Owl-de-Base
English Guide
Welcome to Owl-de-Base — Hiroshima's specialist in owls, raptors, and exotic animals. Located in the heart of the city, just a short walk from Peace Memorial Park, we offer a rare chance to get up close with magnificent birds.
Important Notice Before You Visit
Please read before entering
All owls and raptors at our shop are kept on anklets and tethers at all times. This is standard and necessary practice for captive raptors in Japan. Raptors are natural predators. Without tethering, birds will attack each other with their talons — resulting in serious injury or death. Tethering is how we keep each bird alive and safe — not harm them.
Our birds are professionally cared for by raptor specialists with years of experience. They are well-fed, healthy, and handled daily to keep them calm and accustomed to people.
If you are unable to accept tethering as a standard care practice, or if you intend to leave a negative review based on it, please do not visit our shop. We are not the right place for you, and we respectfully ask that you spend your time elsewhere.
How to Visit
Find Us
We're on the 4th floor of Okita Building in Fukuro-machi, Naka-ku. Please make your way up to the 4th floor.
Check In
No reservation needed — walk in during opening hours. Leave your bag at the shelf, sanitize your hands, and our staff will explain the rules and how to interact with the birds.
Hand-Perching Experience
Put on a handling glove and choose a bird you like. Staff will place it on your gloved arm — please do not touch or pick up the birds on your own. Gently stroke along the feathers while staff guides you. One bird is included; additional birds are +¥550 each.
Options & Drinks
Try the feeding experience (+¥330), enjoy free self-service drinks, and browse our original merchandise before heading out.
Entrance Fee
Adults & Children
Flat rate for all ages · Includes hand-perching & free drinks
¥1,980
Tax included
- ✓ No time limit on weekdays (1-hour limit on weekends & holidays).
- ✓ One hand-perching experience included.
- ✓ Free self-service drinks included.
- ✓ Photography allowed — flash strictly prohibited.
Payment
Cash only. No card or electronic payment.
Meet Our Birds
Owls
フクロウ
From small Scops Owls to large Eagle-Owls — all hand-raised and accustomed to humans. Perfect for hand-perching.
Hawks & Falcons
タカ・ハヤブサ
Harris's Hawks, falcons, and more. Watch the power and grace of trained raptors up close.
Parrots & Exotics
インコ・エキゾチック
African Grey Parrots, large parakeets, and other exotic animals round out our animal family.
House Rules
No Flash Photography
Flash surprises and damages the birds' eyes. Silent shutter mode recommended.
Quiet & Calm
Move slowly and keep voices down to avoid stressing the animals.
Sanitize Your Hands
Please sanitize before and after touching the birds. Sanitizer is provided at the entrance.
Children Must Be Supervised
Children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times.
Location & Hours
Owl-de-Base Hiroshima
4F Okita Bldg, 1-33 Fukuro-machi, Naka-ku,
Hiroshima City 730-0036
Hours: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Last Entry: 6:00 PM
Closed: Open every day
Phone: +81-82-569-6296
Getting Here
🚃 From Hiroshima Station: Hiroshima Electric Railway to Hondori stop (~10 min), then walk ~5 min.
🕊️ From Peace Memorial Park: Walk ~10 min east through Hondori Shopping Arcade.