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Birdie Letter Opener

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A small bird for your desk.

Birdie is a sculptural paper knife shaped like a resting bird, designed to bring a moment of calm to everyday correspondence. Its gently lifted tail acts as a letter opener—simple, intuitive, and surprisingly delightful to use.

Made from lightweight PBT resin, Birdie perches naturally on any desk or shelf, serving as both a functional tool and a minimal decorative object. An analog companion for slow communication and thoughtful gifting.

Winner of the 2012 Red Dot Design Award.

Made in Japan.

– Style: Birdie Paper Knife
– Function: Letter opener / paper knife
– Dimensions: W101 × D9.7 × H45.6 mm
– Weight: Approx. 10 g
– Material: Polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) resin
– Design: Bird-shaped body with raised tail for opening envelopes
– Award: 2012 Red Dot Design Award
– Origin: Japan

Behind the Design

“Birdie carries the nuance of a small, gentle bird. A paper knife is meant for opening letters—an act many of us rarely do today. Yet these small analog moments can be unexpectedly joyful. I hope gifting Birdie inspires someone to write again, and reconnect with the pleasure of handwritten communication.”

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Birdie Letter Opener

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designer profile

Yohei Oki

Born in Tokyo in 1984, Yohei Oki is an award-winning Japanese designer and graduate of Asagaya Art College’s Space Design Department. His work has earned numerous honors, including the 2007 Kokuyo Design Award (Excellence), the 2007 Eco Products Design Competition (Grand Prix), and the 2010 Suntory Midorie Design Contest (Grand Prize).

Black and white portrait image of designer Yohei Oki.

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What’s your return policy?

Returns must be initiated within 30 days of delivery. Items must be unused and in original packaging. See our Refund Policy for full details and exceptions.

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All items marked Final Sale are not eligible for return or exchange. We recommend reviewing product details carefully before purchasing, as these items are offered at their final price and cannot be modified once purchased.

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We ship within 1–3 business days. Delivery times depend on your location and method selected. Full details are available on our Shipping Policy.

Do you ship internationally?

Not at this time. We currently ship within the U.S. only.

What should I expect when ordering from Oddment?

Oddment is a small, design-led shop that curates thoughtfully made objects in limited quantities. Many of the items we carry are handmade or made from natural materials, which means subtle variations in color, texture, or finish are part of their character—not defects.

We focus on clarity, careful packaging, and reliable shipping from our fulfillment studio in Washington State. If you ever have questions before or after purchasing, our team is always happy to help.

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Reach out anytime at hello@oddmentshop.comand we’ll be happy to help.
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