Osaka

There are all sorts of animal cafés around Japan, most of which feature pets like cats, dogs, hedgehogs, and reptiles. However, nothing beats spending time with some majestic owls while you sip a beverage. Osaka has several owl cafés, all of which are great places to go if you want to see the birds up close. 1. Owl Cafe Quill Owl Cafe Quill is a top place to go to learn more about owls. It’s home to a variety of species, including tawny owls, southern white-faced owls, and Eurasian eagle-owls. The owners are knowledgable about their owls and can tell you many interesting facts about the different species. They also hold the occasional seminar. The first floor of the building is a regular restaurant. On the second floor, you’ll find the café where you can interact with the owls. The entrance fee gives you a drink and time to spend with the owl of your choice. The third floor is not open to the public — this is an air-conditioned, air-purified space where the owls have plenty of room to fly around at night. Where: 1-5-7 Ukida, Kita Ward (map) Open Hours: 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday to Friday;…