The sanctuary was built to commemorate the 1984 sister-city agreement between Koshigaya, Japan, and Campbelltown, Australia.
The structure is fully enclosed with a specialized mesh to safely house non-native Australian species in the Japanese climate.
The interior is landscaped to mimic the natural Australian bushland environment for the inhabitants.
Visitors can observe birds nesting in their natural-like habitat rather than in traditional cramped cages.
The facility serves as a focal point for the regional study of bird behavior and acclimatization.
The sanctuary's height is specifically designed to allow vertical flight patterns for the birds.
Campbelltown Forest of Wild Birds is a large-scale, mesh-enclosed bird sanctuary located within Osagami Park in Koshigaya, Saitama. The facility was established as a symbol of the sister-city relationship between Koshigaya and Campbelltown, Australia. The structure spans 3,000 square meters and reaches 15 meters in height, allowing various bird species to fly freely in a simulated natural habitat. It houses over 300 individual birds, including Australian native species like cockatoos and parrots. The forest floor features a walking path that winds through dense vegetation and small ponds, enabling close-up observations. Visitors can walk through the enclosure via a double-door system designed to prevent birds from escaping. The facility functions as an environmental education site focused on bird ecology and conservation. It is managed by the Koshigaya City Park Management Agency.
The elevated viewing deck that provides a wide-angle perspective of the forest canopy and bird flight paths.
Wear muted colors to avoid startling the birds and increasing your chances of them landing nearby.
Walk slowly and maintain silence to observe the more skittish bird species effectively.
Check the weather before visiting, as heavy rain or extreme temperatures may limit bird activity or enclosure access.
Do not bring food or drinks inside the enclosure, as these attract pests and can be harmful to the birds.
Closed on Mondays; if Monday is a public holiday, it closes the following day. Closed during the year-end and New Year holidays.
Do not feed the birds, avoid sudden movements, and keep voices low. Use the double-door airlock correctly upon entry and exit.
