UPS International Shipping: Yukimi Stone Lantern to the United States (US) — Packing Method (Japan)
Overview
We are glad that a customer in the United States (US) purchased our Yukimi Stone Lantern. For international shipping, our priority is simple: prevent contact between stone parts and keep everything fixed so nothing moves inside the box.
This Yukimi stone lantern has two main parts. To reduce the risk of friction damage during transit, we ship it as two separate parcels and pack each part with the same standards.
For stone lantern orders, we also include a Certificate of Origin. The certificate is placed in an envelope and protected with cardboard so it will not bend during shipping. In this photo log, Photo 5 and Photo 6 show the Certificate of Origin packaging.
Shipping details
- Carrier: UPS
- Destination: United States (US)
- Dispatch: Dispatched from Japan
- Number of parcels: 2 parcels (two main stone parts)
- Documents: Certificate of Origin (envelope + cardboard anti-bend protection)
- Key focus: Prevent stone-to-stone contact / keep the item fixed / protect surfaces during handling
Packing materials used
| Certificate of Origin (stone lantern only) | Issued for stone lantern orders and included in the shipment |
| Envelope (for the certificate) | Keeps the document clean and organized |
| Cardboard sheet (document protector) | Prevents bending (the envelope is protected with cardboard) |
| Japanese Stone Industry Newspaper | First layer for surface protection and gap filling. (This is a specialized industry newspaper we read daily as part of our study and commitment to stone materials.) |
| Air cushions / air pillows | Shock absorption and void fill (helps prevent shifting and protects vulnerable edges) |
| Cardboard inserts / sturdy cardboard | Stabilizes the stone part inside the box (helps keep the contents fixed) |
| Corrugated cardboard cartons (2 boxes) | Strong outer protection for international shipping (each stone part is boxed separately) |
| Packing tape | Reinforces the cartons and prevents accidental opening |
Packing steps
1) Photo log (packing overview)
Photo: Packing overview. We prepare materials and pack the lantern as two separate parcels.
We prepare two cartons and pack each stone part separately. This is the first and most important step to prevent friction damage during transit.
2) Why two parcels: separate the two parts
Photo: The lantern parts are handled separately so they do not touch each other in transit.
Stone-to-stone contact is risky. Even minor vibration can cause rubbing. That is why we ship the Yukimi lantern in two individual parcels.
3) Layer 1: surface protection (Japanese Stone Industry Newspaper)
Photo: First layer with Japanese Stone Industry Newspaper to protect the stone surface.
The first material we use is newspaper (and air cushions). This initial layer helps protect the surface and fill small gaps during handling.
Note: The newspaper we use is our specialized Japanese Stone Industry Newspaper, which we read daily as part of our ongoing study and commitment to stone materials.
4) Layer 2: air cushions + cardboard stabilization (keep it fixed)
Photo: Air cushions and cardboard are added to stabilize the stone part inside the box.
We wrap the parts securely and use air cushions and sturdy cardboard to stabilize the contents. The goal is that the stone remains fixed and cannot move inside the carton.
5) Certificate of Origin: place it in an envelope (stone lantern only)
Photo: Certificate of Origin (stone lantern only) is placed in an envelope.
For stone lantern orders, we issue and include a Certificate of Origin. We place it in an envelope first to keep it clean and organized.
6) Certificate of Origin: cardboard anti-bend protection
Photo: The envelope is protected with cardboard so the certificate will not bend during shipping.
To prevent damage to the document, we protect the envelope with cardboard. This keeps the certificate flat and reduces the risk of bending in international handling.
7) Box protection: place each part into a strong corrugated carton
Photo: Each stone part is boxed separately in a strong corrugated carton for international transport.
Both parcels are placed in high-quality corrugated cardboard cartons designed for international shipping.
8) Seal and reinforce the cartons
Photo: Cartons are sealed and reinforced for pickup.
We seal and reinforce the cartons to prevent loosening or accidental opening during handling.
9) Photo record (process)
Photo: Mid-process record. The focus remains: keep the stone fixed and prevent contact.
10) Photo record (reinforcement)
Photo: Final reinforcement before shipment.
11) Photo record (two parcels)
Photo: Two parcels completed.
12) Photo record (handoff)
Photo: Prepared for UPS pickup.
13) Photo record (final)
Photo: Final confirmation photo after packing.
Why we ship with UPS
We select UPS for international shipping because they have extensive experience handling many high-value items and precision instruments worldwide. For heavy stone items, reliable international handling and tracking are essential, and UPS is one of the services we trust for that purpose.
Tracking and peace of mind
Tracking numbers are provided for both parcels so the customer can monitor the journey. Our goal is simple: ship the exact item safely, with clear visibility from dispatch to delivery.
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Written on: 2026-02-08 (JST)