We ship the Seven Lucky Gods to the U.S. via DHL.

A Dec 24 U.S. Order: Daikokuten & Ebisu Shipped the Same Day

On the morning of December 24, I opened my office PC and saw the notification: a U.S. buyer had purchased two Japanese stone statues—Daikokuten and Ebisu, members of the Seven Lucky Gods.

Japan and the United States have a large time difference. As a reference, Japan (JST) is typically 14 hours ahead of U.S. Eastern Time (or 13 hours during Daylight Saving Time). So when it’s morning in Japan, it may still be the previous evening in the U.S.—which is why orders can arrive overnight from my perspective.

For international shipping, speed matters—but safe packing matters even more. My goal is simple: ship fast, and ship in a way that reduces the risk of damage as close to zero as possible.

Stone Statues: “No Contact” Is the Rule

With stone, the biggest risk isn’t just a drop—it’s contact inside the box. If two hard objects touch during vibration and handling, chips and scratches can happen in a moment.

That’s why I never let stone meet stone in transit:

• Each statue goes into its own inner box.
• Those two inner boxes are then placed into one master carton.
• The master carton is strapped and reinforced for stability.

Packing Steps (Built for Real-World Handling)

Here is the packing process I used that day:

1. First protection layer: Sekizai Shimbun (Stone Industry Newspaper)
   I start by protecting the stone surface and creating the first cushioning layer. The paper I use is Sekizai Shimbun, an industry newspaper from the stone world. As someone who works with stone, it feels a little symbolic that a daily source of professional information also becomes part of the packaging.
2. Thick air-cushion wrap
   I wrap the statues generously so impacts are distributed across a surface, not concentrated at a single point—especially around edges and raised details.
3. Corrugated wrap (rolled cardboard) for rigidity
   This adds structural strength against outside pressure. I shape it carefully and secure it so it won’t shift.
4. Separate inner boxes (one statue per box)
   Daikokuten and Ebisu are packed in two separate boxes to guarantee they never touch.
5. Master carton (double-boxing)
   Both inner boxes go into a larger outer carton with additional cushioning so nothing moves inside.
6. PP strapping + reinforcement
   I strap the master carton with PP bands and reinforce the package to reduce deformation and corner damage during handling. I also apply a FRAGILE label.

This level of packing is intentionally strict. When shipping stone internationally, “overdoing it” is often the most practical form of risk management.

DHL Same-Day Shipping With Tracking

After packing, I shipped the order the same day via DHL with a tracking number. Delivery speed can vary due to customs and local conditions, but DHL is typically fast and reliable for U.S. destinations. In many cases, delivery can be around about 3 business days.

As soon as the parcel is shipped, I share the tracking number promptly. For international buyers, visibility reduces anxiety—“where is it now?” becomes a question with a clear answer.

One Order Becomes Trust

International sales are not only about the product itself. They are built on:

• Careful packing
• Fast fulfillment
• Clear communication

Daikokuten and Ebisu are symbols of good fortune. I packed them with the same mindset: deliver them safely, quickly, and with confidence—so they arrive in the U.S. exactly as they left my hands.

Seven Lucky Gods Daikokuten Jizo Gray Granite Stone Sculpture Japanese Garden

Seven Lucky Gods Jizo Ebisu mythology Gray Granite Stone Sculpture Japan Garden