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JIJI — Indian Eagle-Owl

JIJI, an Indian eagle-owl, gently biting a plush stuffed toy indoors.
JIJI the Indian eagle-owl playing with a plush toy.
Two Indian eagle-owls side by side; JIJI in front looking at the camera indoors.
IJI with a fellow Indian eagle-owl.
JIJI, an Indian eagle-owl, standing alert on a green turf perch (full body).
Full-body view of JIJI on perch.


About ,JIJI is an Indian eagle-owl (Bubo bengalensis).
Despite his powerful build, he’s calm and unusually gentle with smaller owls.
His closest friend is Alto, a barn owl—an affectionate,
cross-species bond that delights first-time visitors.
JIJI is well socialized with people and, when conditions are right,
takes part in short, staff-supervised flight demonstrations.
Look for his deep orange eyes, bold ear tufts, and steady,
confident wingbeats. He’s an easy owl for beginners to watch:
enjoy the quiet details—slow blinks, careful head tilts,
and soft feather ruffling—at close range.
To keep him comfortable, please observe quietly,
keep a respectful distance, and avoid flash photography.
Mini FAQ (EN)
Q1.Can I interact with JIJI?
A. Primarily watch and observe. With staff guidance, limited arm-perching or close photos may be available.

Q2. When can I see a flight demo?
A. It depends on JIJI’s condition, crowd levels, and hours. Please check the day’s schedule with staff.

Q3. Any photo tips?
A. No flash. Aim for a catchlight in his eyes, stay quiet, and keep burst shots to a minimum.
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Q4. Can I see JIJI with Alto (the barn owl)?
A. Sometimes—rooming and health vary by day. Ask staff if they’re together when you visit.
Updated: 2025-09-22
Anime-style artwork featuring JIJI the Indian eagle-owl with a mage character; thumbnail linking to a YouTube music video.
Animated JIJI — watch the MV on YouTube.

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  • HOME
  • Harajuku Owlvillage
    • harajukureservation
    • Payment Methods & Digital Tickets
    • about-special-charter.
  • About Owl Village
    • House Rules
    • license
    • System
    • faq-harajuku
  • TOPICS!
    • Tokyo & Harajuku travel
    • Memories from Harajuku owlcafe Guests Photes
    • Shibainu Hachi’s Blog
    • MOVIE
  • Bird Staff
  • Japanese
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