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THE BIRD WATCHING CAFE
3.40
Chitose City
Café
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1,000-1,999円
Opening hours: 10:00-17:00(Food LO/16:00 Drink LO/16:30)lunch 10:30-14:30 Open Sunday
Rest time: Tuesdays Business hours and holidays are subject to change, so please check with the store before visiting.
北海道千歳市蘭越90-26
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Reservation Info
can be reserved
Children
child-friendly
Payment Method
Cards accepted (JCB, AMEX, Diners) Electronic money accepted
Number of Seats
24 seats (8 counters, 4 tables for 2 persons, 2 tables for 4 persons (10 birdwatch seats, no air conditioning))
Private Dining Rooms
None
Smoking and Non-Smoking
No smoking in the restaurant. Smoking hut outside the restaurant.
Parking
Yes 10 cars in front of the store
Facilities
Stylish space, calm space, counter seating available.
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☆リータ☆
3.50
As the name suggests, you can enjoy birdwatching while having coffee at this café. There is a feeding area outside the window where birds come to eat. The most common bird is the turtle dove, with a few small birds here and there. The soft serve ice cream flavored like long-tailed tits is rich and not too sweet. Unfortunately, real long-tailed tits did not appear.
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club32
4.00
I went to this cafe with the intention of trying the Shimaenaga soft serve and Shimaenaga cafe latte, but I was surprised when I was seated - the large window offered a view of various wild birds and even an Ezo squirrel! It turns out it was a bird-watching cafe, which I hadn't realized when I arrived. The Shimaenaga soft serve looked cute, but I hesitated to eat it. The cafe latte, on the other hand, was delicious with a rich flavor - highly recommended! The burgers and hot sandwiches that others were eating looked incredibly tasty as well. Thank you for the meal!
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nagamac
3.00
A cafe where you can birdwatch in the garden. If you're lucky, you might even see a Long-tailed Tit. However, since it's summer now, you can only see their fluffy appearance in winter. As you enter, there's a gallery on the right with dynamic bird photos. Further inside is the cafe space. You can birdwatch in the garden right in front of the window counter seats. There's also a paid photography space at the back. The Long-tailed Tit soft serve ice cream costs around 600 yen. It looks incredibly cute. The taste is delicious too, but just the visual alone is satisfying. The soft serve ice cream has a fluffy body, and the cup is filled with it. It's perfect for sharing between two people. Thank you for the meal!
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すずめちゅん
3.60
I finally got to visit a cafe that I had been wanting to check out for a long time! As a bird lover, I couldn't miss this cafe where you can do bird watching. I visited after having lunch, so I only had drinks and dessert. The counter seats with a good view of the birds were full, so I sat at a table in the back. After looking at the menu, I went to the counter to place my order and pay. Then I waited at my seat for my order to be brought to me. I ordered the "Dessert A Set" (1250 yen) which came with a mini tart and a long-tailed tit meringue. I chose a hand drip coffee for my drink. My companion ordered an "Iced Cafe Latte" (650 yen) which came in a large mug. The coffee had a strong bitterness and richness that paired well with the sweet tart. The soft serve ice cream was subtly sweet with a caramel sauce that complemented it perfectly. The cute long-tailed tit meringue was a delightful touch. From the window, we could see various birds like rock doves, great tits, varied tits, meadow buntings, bull-headed shrikes, pygmy woodpeckers, and sparrows coming and going at the feeding and watering area. When the customers at the counter seats left, the staff kindly moved us to those seats in order of arrival, which was a pleasant surprise. Just as we moved to the counter, an Ezo red squirrel appeared at the feeding area in front of us, which was exciting but unfortunately scared away the birds. As more customers arrived, we decided to leave, but I would love to visit again at a different time to observe more birds. Thank you, BW Cafe!
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兄。
3.40
The feather cookies were delicious, not too sweet, and the orange peel ganache was crispy. The size was just right to finish eating. The window seat was great for taking photos, and even if not by the window, the view was lovely. There was a beautiful gallery of bird photos by a famous photographer. I would like to visit again in a different season.
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alpac318
4.00
I was introduced to a bird watching cafe by a friend and visited for the first time! Although I didn't have the luck to see the Long-tailed Tit this time, the famous Long-tailed Tit soft serve was very cute and almost too cute to eat. I will definitely go back again!
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satcan
4.00
There were four of us, so we made a reservation for a table, but we were guided to a counter seat where we could see outside because it was available. We had a reservation for 10:00 am, but maybe due to Golden Week, there were about 10 customers including those taking photos. We spent about 30 minutes, and it was fun to see birds coming here and there to eat food. I'm not really interested in birds, but it was enjoyable. The Shimane-naga soft serve ice cream we came for was so cute that it felt like a waste to eat it! It had biscotti and orange peel in the tail part, giving it a fragrant and delicious taste. The soft serve ice cream seemed like a lot for my 6-year-old child haha.
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mh777
4.00
I couldn't see the Eurasian siskin I was hoping for, but I still enjoyed it. I realized that birds are constantly moving around so busily - it was a simple realization. If you use public transportation, getting off at Chitose Keibyo-in-mae by bus will take you there right away.
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今日のいちごいちえ
3.80
I had been curious for a while and finally got to visit. I arrived before 2 pm on the weekend, just as the lunch crowd was leaving, so I was able to easily get a window seat without a reservation. I didn't see any long-tailed tits, but I did see some other small birds. I had the orange tart and cafe latte, while my companion had a cafe mocha. The tart plate was cute and I found myself admiring it for a while. The soft-serve ice cream was very refreshing and delicious, so I would recommend it even on a cold day. It was a very cozy and relaxing cafe. We were told it gets busier in the summer, so I think making a reservation would be a good idea. There is plenty of parking available. The burgers that some people were having for lunch also looked delicious, so I would like to try them next time.
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麦わらのエイチ・アール
4.00
You can observe birds from the window of the restaurant, so I decided to go check it out. It's quite popular, so I recommend making a reservation in advance. At the designated time, birds gather around the nest boxes visible from the window. You can enjoy juicy food, mainly burgers. Be careful as the meat juices may spill. You can also pay with cards or other cashless methods.
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yukaritsuka
4.00
I went to a cafe in Chitose City where I could finally see the long-awaited Long-tailed Rosefinch. There are buses from the airport, but they run quite infrequently so make sure to check the schedule! Due to the Long-tailed Rosefinch boom, it's quite difficult to make reservations for the cafe or the photo spot! I could only reserve a seat with some restrictions, but luckily a seat opened up and I was able to enter the photo spot. Menu: - Long-tailed Rosefinch Soft Serve (650 yen) - Cafe Latte (650 yen) The cute Long-tailed Rosefinch soft serve was not only adorable but also made with rich Hokkaido milk! It had a luxurious milky taste and was delicious! The cafe latte came with Long-tailed Rosefinch art, which was so cute and made me happy. Long-tailed Rosefinches usually come every 30 minutes or so, but they didn't show up very often. However, there were plenty of varied tits and varied Japanese white-eyes that came by! This cafe is a paradise for bird enthusiasts. Finally, towards the end, I was able to meet the Long-tailed Rosefinch. The first time I only saw its tail, but the second time I got a clear view of its cute face! It was a fleeting moment because they are small and quick, but it made me feel happy. I took the photos with my iPhone so there are limitations, but here are the photos of the Long-tailed Rosefinch I managed to capture as a souvenir! The gallery was also very lovely! Thank you for the delicious meal.
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れれ17
2.70
I stopped by on my way from Chitose to Haneda♪ I was a bit hesitant as I couldn't quite tell what to expect from the website, but the warm atmosphere inside the cafe and the view of Hokkaido outside were enough to relax me. Unfortunately, I didn't get to see the Long-tailed Rosefinch, but the generous amount of drinks made up for it. The lunch prices were a bit high, so I debated whether to eat here or at the airport, but since I had reserved a seat for 2 hours, I decided to have lunch here as well. It turned out to be a great choice! The taste was comparable to a burger specialty shop on the 2nd floor of miredo in Sapporo, and it actually felt more affordable. I hope to visit again during the snowy season^^
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ともんが
4.10
I visited hoping to see a wild Long-tailed Tit, as the name of the cafe suggests. It is a cafe where you can observe various wild birds, not just Long-tailed Tits. The bird watching seats are popular, so reservations are necessary. As soon as you enter, there is a gallery on the right and a cafe at the back. In the back of the cafe, there is a space for people taking photos, and they have a button to alert the cafe customers when they spot a Long-tailed Tit. You order at the counter and enjoy your food at the designated seats. Since most people are observing, it's best to keep noise levels down. - Dessert Set 1250 yen: The dessert set includes a mini tart or original biscotti with a Long-tailed Tit meringue, mini soft serve, and a drink. The Long-tailed Tit meringue is adorable. Even the cafe latte has a Long-tailed Tit design. The Long-tailed Tit soft serve my friend ordered (650 yen) had a Long-tailed Tit perched on top, which was quite amusing. Both were very cute and lifted our spirits. The ice cream made with milk from Hokkaido was also delicious. After waiting for two hours to see a Long-tailed Tit, unfortunately, we did not get to see one. However, we were comforted by the adorable Long-tailed Tit sweets and the opportunity to observe other wild birds. I would like to try again next time. Thank you for the meal!
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ta&natu
5.00
We decided to go see the Long-tailed Rosefinch, and visited the restaurant with Natu. Since we didn't make a reservation, we had to wait a bit as it was full, but we were soon seated at a regular table and ordered a burger and a sandwich. The burger was delicious, with tasty meat and crispy bread, allowing the flavor of the meat to come through. The sandwich was a bacon sandwich, with large pieces of bacon sticking out of the bread. The bacon had a mild flavor and the bread was crispy on the outside and soft inside. While we were there, a counter seat opened up and we were offered to move there, so we did and observed the various birds that came by, although we didn't get to see the Long-tailed Rosefinch. While waiting, I ordered a cafe au lait, which was delicious and authentic. Next time, I would like to make a reservation for a spot where we can observe the birds.
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ゆらんゆらん
3.20
There have been sightings of Long-tailed Rosefinches at places like Asahiyama Park and Maruyama Park, but I have always failed to see them. I heard about this cafe and decided to visit. When I arrived around 2 PM on December 28th, the cafe was full with a waiting list of 2 groups. They have a system where they send you a notification email when your turn comes (registration required). You can wait in a gallery-like area inside the cafe. After waiting for about an hour, I was finally seated. The cafe was smaller than I imagined, filled with families with kids looking out the window with cameras and binoculars. It's hard to see anything unless you sit at the window counter seats. I was seated at a table and ordered the most popular item, the Long-tailed Rosefinch Soft Serve for 650 yen. The soft serve was cute and had a smooth texture, but the large portion made it a bit difficult to finish towards the end. The biscotti tail had a hint of orange flavor which was a nice touch. When I opened the door at the back of the cafe, I found a small room without windows connected to it where people were sitting with professional cameras aimed outside. They were probably also trying to spot the Long-tailed Rosefinches. After a few minutes of trying, feeling cold from the soft serve and the almost outdoor space with no windows, I gave up on seeing the Long-tailed Rosefinches and left the cafe. Next time, I will make a reservation for a window counter seat and try the hot sandwich instead!
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えぞむらさき
3.50
I happened to come across this cafe just before it closed. It is a rare cafe where you can enjoy bird watching, as the name suggests. It is located on a rural road in a black and grey triangular roof building. The drink menu is available for takeout, from 10:30 am to 4:30 pm. All the drinks are illustrated and very cute! They offer hand drip coffee, decaf, cafe latte, cafe mocha, caramel latte, green tea latte, chocolate latte, royal milk tea, organic tea, tea soda, homemade syrup strawberry soda, homemade syrup ginger ale. For an additional 250 yen, you can add soft serve to drinks with a mark and turn it into a float. The dessert set includes a drink and a set for 1250 yen. Set A includes a mini tart and a mini soft serve with a long-tailed tit meringue. Set B includes an original biscotti and a mini soft serve with a long-tailed tit meringue. The tart changes daily, with fig tart, coffee tart, and orange tart being the options. The dessert menu includes long-tailed tit soft serve, affogato, biscotti soft serve, original soft serve. Summer limited items include coffee jelly frappe and tropical smoothie. The burgers are big and cost over 1500 yen! They also offer hot sandwiches, which are also large! There are counter seats where you can see bird nests through the glass. Various birds come and go, so you can watch them without getting bored. The cafe is very relaxing with its soothing greenery. If you make a reservation, you can enter a separate bird photo cafe that is easier for observation. Homemade syrup ginger ale for 550 yen was packed with thin slices of ginger, giving it a punchy flavor that truly feels homemade. The coaster was also cute! The cafe mocha for 650 yen came in a cute cup, with a tiny long-tailed tit perched on the coaster, making it truly adorable! It was a wonderful cafe where you can enjoy a leisurely time sipping drinks, watching birds and greenery. It may be a bit far, but it is definitely worth a visit for this unique bird-watching cafe. Thank you for the delicious meal!
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アリーちゃん
3.50
2022.6.18 (Sat) Revisit [Early Summer Hokkaido Trip 2022 Day 3 Part 10] "THE BIRD WATCHING CAFE" located along Hokkaido Route 16, Lake Shikotsu Park Line (Lake Shikotsu Sky Road) on the way from Chitose City to Lake Shikotsu. I visited this cafe just last autumn and liked it, so I decided to repeat it in a different season. I had planned to spend a leisurely time, but things didn't go as planned... I arrived at "THE BIRD WATCHING CAFE" around 4 p.m. It was close to the last order time (4:30 p.m.). The parking lot in front of the store was about half full, so it seemed quite busy with customers. I hurried inside and managed to secure the best counter seat that was available. I quickly ordered from the cafe menu and waited at my seat. ● Cafe Latte 650 yen ● Hand Drip Coffee 650 yen Although bird watching is the main theme of the cafe, the cafe menu offers delicious options as well. The Cafe Latte with Long-tailed Tit latte art was adorable. I was looking forward to bird watching, but it seemed I was a bit late as I only saw a few small birds. They were so small that I almost missed them, but I was able to admire their cute appearance, so it was nice. Next time, I would like to visit with more time to spare. Perhaps due to the short stay and feeling a bit unsatisfied, I ended up buying an original tote bag from "THE BIRD WATCHING CAFE" as a souvenir. Thank you for the meal.
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☆流れ星
3.80
On a sunny holiday, I visited Lilias after having a meal at Lake Shikotsu Poropinai. In Chitose, the JAL Marathon was taking place. This cafe, as the name suggests, allows you to enjoy meals and drinks while observing wild animals such as birds and squirrels. It is said that the popular Long-tailed Rosefinch can be seen when observing birds, and winter is a good time for this, but in summer, various birds of different sizes appear one after another at the feeding ground. This time, we were outside the active bird watching hours, but we were able to enjoy watching birds like woodpeckers and mice (laughs) to some extent. Hand drip coffee: $6.20 - A coffee with a deep and rich flavor, but not sharp, making it easy to drink and refreshing. Now, with a quenched throat and satisfied vision, it's time to head back to Sapporo.
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Lilias
3.40
I visited Lake Shikotsu in June 2022. On this day, my son participated in the Chitose Marathon and ran through this area. He finished 304th out of 1300 participants and received a towel and a T-shirt as prizes. At this café, you can enjoy bird watching while sipping on iced coffee. We were able to see various birds and other small creatures that looked like mice. I look forward to visiting again when the seasons change.
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アリーちゃん
4.00
On October 23, 2021 (Sat), during my autumn trip to Hokkaido, I visited "THE BIRD WATCHING CAFE" located along Lake Shikotsu Avenue (Hokkaido Route 16) on the way from Chitose City to Lake Shikotsu. The distinctive triangular building had caught my attention as I passed by multiple times, so I decided to visit for the first time, especially for my family who loves birds. I made a reservation by phone for 3:00 PM, and it turned out to be a great decision! There were a couple of groups that came in after us, but they couldn't be seated at the main counter seats, so it's better to make a reservation. The cafe's owner is Tadashi Shimada, a world-renowned bird photographer who also produces the garden with feeding areas. Upon entering the cafe, there was a splendid photo gallery with beautiful pictures on display, which captivated me. Admission was free, which was quite surprising. The cafe space had a counter seat with a great view for bird watching up close, as well as table seats. Thanks to our reservation, we were seated in the middle of the counter, which was much appreciated. We first ordered from the cafe menu at the reception counter. It was around 3:00 PM, and I was a bit peckish, so I chose some popular items from the food menu. - Bacon Hot Sandwich: 1,250 yen - Hand Drip Coffee: 620 yen (Set Drink: 450 yen) - Cafe Latte: 620 yen - Long-tailed Tit Soft Serve: 650 yen The Bacon Hot Sandwich came with bacon, cheddar cheese, gherkin, and Aurora sauce on Tokachi wheat country bread, served with coleslaw and potatoes (or soup). The Cafe Latte had an adorable Long-tailed Tit latte art that was very soothing. After the meal, we enjoyed the cafe's specialty Long-tailed Tit soft serve ice cream. The cuteness of it almost made me hesitate to dig in with a spoon. Along with the delicious cafe menu, we could also enjoy bird watching through the window, which was a luxury experience not found in the city. Various birds came and went at the garden with feeding areas, entertaining us. What a wonderful space! In the back of the cafe area, there was a photo cafe area for professional photography, available by reservation only. It seemed to fill up quickly on weekends. Although we were allowed a brief tour by the staff, most customers there had high-end cameras with super telephoto lenses attached. The area had camouflage nets on the window frames to avoid alarming the birds, and people were focused on capturing the perfect moment. While we didn't get to see it during our visit, the main attraction here is the Long-tailed Tit. The "Shima" in its name doesn't refer to stripes but to the "island," as this subspecies of Long-tailed Tit is only found in Hokkaido. With a body length of 14cm and weighing around 8g, this small bird is known for its cute round face and chubby body, earning it the nickname of "winter fairy." Although chances to see it in the dead of winter are rare, I would love to witness the adorable Long-tailed Tit with my own eyes someday. Thank you for the wonderful experience.
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