Shipping Method for Sunshouan Stone Lantern to US - Japanstones.shop

Shipping Method for Sunshouan Stone Lantern to US

Shipping the Sunshouan Stone Lantern Safely Overseas

The Sunshouan Stone Lantern is a traditional Japanese Yukimi-style stone lantern, hand-carved from premium Okazaki granite. Each piece is crafted by skilled Japanese stonemasons, embodying centuries of authentic Japanese craftsmanship.

  • Width: 15 in / 38 cm
  • Height: 12.5 in / 32 cm
  • Weight: 66.5 lb / 30.2 kg

Despite its size, the Sunshouan Stone Lantern is carefully divided into two parts for safe and efficient international shipping.

Sunshouan lantern parts before packing Lantern top wrapped in bubble wrap Rolled cardboard packaging method Boxed lantern components

The umbrella section is wrapped in bubble wrap, rolled in cardboard, and securely boxed to prevent damage during transit.

Firebox padding with cardboard

We reinforce the fire box with inner cardboard supports and secure it with bubble wrap.

Wrapped fire box with bubble and cardboard

This method ensures the granite fire box remains safe from impact or movement.

Boxing stone lantern parts

Final components are placed inside strong shipping boxes.

Stretch wrap and tape to finalize packing

Stretch film and PP tape are used to complete and reinforce the outer box.

Although the Sunshouan Stone Lantern is substantial in weight, our packing method ensures it arrives safely and intact. This particular piece was delivered to the US just three days later.

A Certificate of Authenticity is included with every Sunshouan Stone Lantern, verifying its origin in Okazaki and that it was handcrafted using traditional methods by expert Japanese stonemasons.

Looking to purchase your own Sunshouan Stone Lantern?
Visit the product page here: Stone Lantern Sunshouan Tourou – Medium Granite Japanese Garden Ornament

Stone lantern comes with a certificate certifying its origin.
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Thank you very much for supporting traditional Japanese stone craftsmanship.

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