What a beatiful part of art. i like the mechanics. it was a joy built
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Owl Post Office — DIY Mechanical Model Kit
Build a lamplit post office where a rooftop owl flaps its wings as tiny parcels roll through the sorting room.
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6.89 × 5.71 × 8.98 in(17.5 × 14.5 × 22.8 cm; W × D × H)
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The Story Behind It
An owl works the counter beneath shelves of letters. Above the shop, a pair of golden wings moves as parcels travel through the floor below.
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Local stock, when availableBy destination
- United States: 3–7 calendar days from our US warehouse.
- UK, Canada, Australia, France and Germany: 3–7 business days when the kit is available in local stock.
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- France & Germany
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- Other EU countries & Switzerland
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- Asian countries
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- Rest of the world
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Owl Post Office
Prix promotionnel$65.99 USDPrix habituel
$79.99 USD
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Make Time to Make
Spend an evening at the owl’s post office.
Settle in at your craft table and fit the tiny letter drawers into place. When the last piece is in, light the counter and watch the golden wings you assembled begin to move.
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Why You'll Love This Kit
The night shift has wings.
Switch it on and the golden wings above the sign begin to flap. A parcel travels along the belt below the glowing counter. You can leave the sound off for a quiet evening.
- An owl spreads its wings above the shop sign
- Tiny letter drawers line the sorting counter
- Parcels travel beneath the arched hatch
- The pickup window glows after dark
The Little Details
Inside the owl post.
The best part? You made it.
- Bring a little world you love into your own home.
- Start with a kit—not a blank page.
- Enjoy the moment you can say, “I made this.”
- Make time for a hobby that gives something back.
- Display your work, and share the story behind it.
- Build it together, or give a book lover their next project.
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Included with your kit
What’s in the box
- Pre-cut, numbered components462 pre-cut, numbered pieces
- Illustrated step-by-step guide
- Touch-switch LED lighting, designed for straightforward assembly
- Decorative details to bring your miniature to life
- Protective shipping packaging
- Essential assembly tools included
- Moving rooftop wings and a parcel conveyor
Your HiNooki order includes a four-piece tool kit and protective finger cots. Due to shipping restrictions, glue and batteries are not included.
FAQs
Quick answers before you build.
About this kit
What’s inside the box?
Your kit includes:
- 462 pre-cut, numbered pieces
- Detailed illustrated step-by-step instructions
- Touch-operated LED lighting for the mail counter and pickup window
- Moving rooftop wings and a parcel conveyor
- Miniature owl clerks, parcels and letter drawers
- Protective shipping packaging
- All the tools needed for assembly
Due to shipping restrictions, glue and batteries are not included.
Does the kit include lighting?
Yes. Every kit includes LED lighting to illuminate your finished model, with detailed illustrated instructions for assembly and setup. Batteries are not included.
Is this kit suitable for beginners?
Yes. Our kits include detailed illustrated step-by-step instructions, making them suitable for beginners. Work through one step at a time and enjoy building at your own pace.
How long does it take to build?
The estimated assembly time is 6–8 hours. Your pace may vary, and you can spread the build across several sessions.
Do I need any extra tools?
No extra tools are needed. We provide all the tools required for assembly. Glue and batteries are the only supplies not included.
What kind of glue should I use?
A clear-drying PVA craft glue is suitable for the wooden and paper parts. Use a craft adhesive suitable for the material when joining fabric, plastic or metal details. Glue is not included.
Are these kits suitable for children?
Our kits are designed for ages 14 and up, rather than as children’s toys. Anyone under 14 should build with a parent present and supervising throughout, as the kits contain small parts and assembly tools.
Orders & support
Will items ship together?
Items may arrive in separate packages when they ship from different warehouses or need separate boxes. We email a shipping confirmation and tracking number for each package.
What if a part is missing or damaged?
We provide free replacement parts for missing or damaged pieces reported within 90 days of delivery. Send your order number, product name and the affected part numbers or a photo through our Parts Replacement Service, or email contact@hinooki.com, and we will help arrange the replacement.
How do I track my order?
We email your tracking link as soon as your order ships. Tracking updates can take up to 48 hours to appear. If your order arrives in separate parcels, each parcel has its own tracking link.
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 62 reviews.
This kit is fantastic, instructions are very clear, the presentation is really good, i’d recommend this in a flash and it does take a few hours to build, but so worth it.
I love how cute it looks beside my other builds on the bookshelf. I struggled a little with the assembly, more because of how I was feeling at the time than because of the directions. Some pieces are delicate, and there are spares for a few of them. Not cheap, but I’m glad I bought it.
Of all the wooden puzzles I’ve finished, this is the one I enjoyed most. I actually stopped at one point because I thought the manual was wrong. It wasn’t; I just needed to follow the next steps. The directions are detailed and nothing broke on my build. I wouldn’t suggest it as a first kit, but with patience it’s easy to get absorbed in the work. Make the tools at the beginning rather than skipping ahead: you’ll use them. Well worth the money, and one I’d recommend.
The finished post office is lovely, and I had enough fun building it to feel I got my money’s worth. I broke a little piece, so I was glad they supplied extras for some of the more vulnerable parts. The tiny round stickers were awkward for my fingers; I used the included glue instead. The wood felt solid, everything was easy to find, and the instructions made sense. One correction: page 53 says D4 × 4, but the illustration correctly shows D6 × 4. A few turret tips: on page 61, slip a rubber band around H4 until the upper section is in place. After building the top on page 62, I found it easier to join it to the base as shown on page 63, then fit H5 and finish with the spire. On pages 63–64, H7 tended to come loose; a dab of glue at each end would help. Hope you enjoy yours as much as I did.
Friends and family are still talking about the Santa’s Workshop I built, so when I spotted the Owl Post Office from the same maker, I ordered it. I’m glad I did. I’ve put together a lot of kits, and few match this one for imagination or quality. The instructions are clear, the wood is sturdy, and the pieces fit beautifully. Even the backs of many pieces are printed in color, something I rarely see. Unlike the USB-powered workshop, this one takes three AAA batteries, sold separately. They’re easy to change, and there’s no cord on display. Every moving part worked on mine; watching it run with the lights and music is a treat. I don’t see the point in racing to finish in a few hours. Showing it off is nice, but building it is the part I enjoy most. For what it costs, I’d happily give it more than five stars.
Very fun to make and made of sturdy material that doesn't break easily during assembly, definitely recommended and a beautiful final result!
I started around 2 p.m. and finished about 10 that night, with a few breaks. I enjoyed it so much I’ve been showing pictures on my phone to anyone willing to look! I reread a few steps, but the instructions were straightforward and I had everything I needed. Some tiny pieces took a bit of ingenuity to free. I got out a ruler for the metal parts before realizing one of the tools you make has a measuring guide. Waxing the gears and sanding the wood made a little mess, but the fit was good and all the parts moved as intended. The music was louder and the lights brighter than I expected. Please excuse the background!
I've made plenty of wooden puzzles, and the colors and little details here remind me why I like this maker so much. The owl wings were the exception. I rebuilt the linkage three times, but the gears still pushed the house up each time. The rest looks good and runs just fine.
It kept me busy for hours: enough of a challenge to hold my attention without feeling overwhelming. I love the finished model. A few things needed adjusting or gluing, but the glue they give you is excellent and nearly everything you need is in the box. Do make the little tools, and have fun with it. My first puzzle with moving parts has rather spoiled flat puzzles for me!
Straightforward to put together.
It took a fair bit of time and wasn’t always easy, but it’s a fun little puzzle to own. I’ve had great service from the maker, and their newer designs seem to keep improving.
Judging from the detailed instructions, I think I’ll enjoy putting it together. Just don’t mistake it for a simple puzzle: there’s a lot going on here.
I could follow the steps without any trouble and had a great time making it. I'd recommend this one.
I put it together a second time and still couldn’t get it to keep running. It worked during several tests as I built, then the wheels stopped, the music didn’t play, and all I heard was a click. It would be adorable in motion. Update: the seller took my problem seriously and more than made up for it. Thank you!
With so many things that move, this is a creative design with a real assembly challenge. The parts fit nicely, the finish is good, and I had fun with it. Recommended.
Made a nice little present for my wife. She especially liked how easily it went together.
I wanted my 80-year-old mother to have something to enjoy indoors on hot summer days. This was a hit. She’s taking longer than the time in the booklet, but I think most people would unless they’re particularly experienced. She’s having a wonderful time, so I’d absolutely recommend it.
As described
I’ve made several of these, and this one is up near the top of my list. The finished build came out beautifully, and the music, lights and motion all worked just as I hoped!
I wanted a tough build and got exactly that. I’d rate the difficulty five out of five. Go slowly and stick to the instructions; the book nook you end up with is worth it.
Of the 11 book nooks I’ve built, this one gave me the most trouble. Quite a few parts didn’t fit properly.
The electrical plugs were very tight. After my wife tested the wiring, I had to solder a surface-mounted connector back on. Apart from that, assembly went well and the finished model looked pretty cool.
A couple of mistakes on my part set me back, but the finished model came out well. I do prefer the larger ones. The booklet is easy to understand if you follow each step closely. A little glue helped on the bigger pieces. I broke a wire pulling out a plug, so mine has no music. For the wiring test, I’d avoid pushing the plugs all the way in; they’re very difficult to separate.
None of my pieces broke; the wood was sturdy and there were spares. Most of the directions made sense, though a few steps were vague. It ran perfectly for about 15 seconds. Then the gears started grinding and coming apart. I tried working backward to fix it, lost patience and threw it away. For me this works as a display concept, not as a machine you can actually run.
I enjoyed the assembly. Getting the motor to run right was the fiddly part.
I thought it was excellent.
I had a great time assembling this detailed 3D puzzle. The pieces felt strong and well made, everything worked, and the kit supplied everything I needed. There were plenty of spares, though I didn’t need them. The one thing I’d add is a dust cover.
Nicely crafted.
This book nook asked a little more patience of me. It arrived fairly quickly, and the challenge paid off: the finished post office is fascinating, full of detail and solidly put together. It’s one of my favorites. Enjoy the build!
A well-made puzzle with directions I could follow all the way to the finish. The pieces fit nicely, and the result is adorable.
The finished piece is much smaller than I pictured, but I had a lot of fun. Following the steps gave me a perfect fit throughout.
I enjoyed making it, and the pieces popped out of the boards without a struggle.
It goes together nicely and somehow packs in music, lighting and movement. I’d pick it as a tenth build rather than a first! It’s especially cute if you’re into Harry Potter.
My son can’t get enough of it, and it’s my favorite of this maker’s kits so far. Everything went together smoothly. The extra miniature books and other bits let me arrange the scene my own way.
We’ve built 17 kits, and this is among the better ones. The directions were clear and everything ran properly. I’d suggest it to anyone who likes making book nooks or miniature houses.
My wife had a great time making this gift, and the result looks really cool. It’s a complex build, but the instructions do a good job of guiding you through it. I’d recommend it.
It’s lovely!
The lighting setup really needed better instructions.
Just the sort of puzzle I’d like to spend a winter day working on.