We shipped a Daruma Bodhidharma Granite Stone Sculpture from Japan to a customer in the United States by DHL on the same day.
This item is a 2023 model Daruma / Bodhidharma stone sculpture. It is made from Okawa Stone, a granite from Okazaki City, Japan, with the hardness, weight, and calm stone texture that only real granite can provide.
The size is about 5 in × 5 in × 6 in, and the weight is about 8.77 lbs / 3.978 kg. Although this is a compact stone statue, it is made from real granite, so it must be fixed securely inside the box instead of being packed like an ordinary lightweight item.
This package was shipped internationally by DHL with a tracking number. After the order was placed, we packed it and shipped it from Japan to the United States on the same day.
Shipment Details
| Item | Daruma Bodhidharma Granite Stone Sculpture |
|---|---|
| Model | 2023 model |
| Destination | United States |
| Origin | Japan |
| Carrier | DHL |
| Tracking | Tracking number provided |
| Material | Okawa Stone / Granite |
| Packing policy | Considering the weight of granite, we used air cushioning, cardboard material, internal fixing, outer box protection, and same-day DHL shipping. |
Product Size
| Length | 5 in / 13 cm |
|---|---|
| Width | 5 in / 13 cm |
| Height | 6 in / 15.5 cm |
| Weight | 8.77 lbs / 3.978 kg |
This Daruma sculpture weighs about 8.77 lbs. Granite is a hard and durable stone, but for international shipping, it is important to prevent movement inside the box and avoid impact concentrating in one place.
For this shipment, we protected the sculpture with air cushioning and supported the outside with cardboard material to keep the packing shape stable. We also fixed the item inside the box and protected the outer package with stretch film and a DHL shipping bag.
Packing Process
2023 model granite Daruma sculpture
Protecting the sculpture with air cushioning
Supporting the outside with cardboard material
Fixing the sculpture inside the box
Ready for same-day DHL shipment
What We Paid Attention to When Packing a Granite Daruma Sculpture
Granite is a very hard and durable stone. However, even a hard stone item needs careful packing for international shipping.
This Daruma sculpture weighs about 8.77 lbs. Although it is compact, it has real stone weight. If it moves inside the box during transport, the weight itself can create impact.
For that reason, we protected the surface with air cushioning, supported the outside with cardboard material, and fixed the item in place inside the box.
About Okawa Stone
This Daruma sculpture is made from Okawa Stone from Okazaki City, Japan. Okawa Stone is a type of granite with a calm gray tone and natural dark mineral areas.
Granite is a hard natural stone suitable for indoor and outdoor use. The strong expression of the Daruma and the solid texture of Okawa Stone give this compact sculpture a clear presence.
Daruma and Japanese Culture
Daruma is based on Bodhidharma, a figure traditionally associated with the founding of Zen Buddhism. In Japan, Daruma is widely known as a symbol of perseverance, effort, goal achievement, and business prosperity.
This Daruma is not made of paper or papier-mache. It is a stone statue made from granite. It has the weight and durability of real stone and can be displayed in a study, shop, entryway, garden corner, or other meaningful space.
Reinforcing the Bottom of the Box
For international shipping of stone products, the bottom of the cardboard box is very important.
For this shipment, we used hot glue as needed to bond and reinforce the bottom of the cardboard box so it would not open or fail under the weight. This part is not very visible from the outside, but it is an important step for safely shipping heavy stone products overseas.
Protecting the item itself is important, but it is also important that the outer box stays strong until delivery.
Packing Materials Used
| Paper | Used to help keep the stone surface from touching the work table or packing materials directly. |
|---|---|
| Air cushioning | Used to wrap the Daruma sculpture and absorb impact during transport. |
| Cardboard material | Used to protect the granite surface and keep the packing shape stable. |
| Cardboard box | Used as the outer box. We checked that it could handle the weight of the stone product. |
| Hot glue | Used to bond and reinforce the bottom of the cardboard box to reduce the risk of bottom failure. |
| Packing tape | Used to seal and reinforce the box. |
| Stretch film | Used to keep the protective materials and outer box secure. |
| DHL shipping bag | Used as the outer shipping layer for DHL international delivery. |
| FRAGILE sticker | Used on the outer package to show that the package should be handled with care. |
Same-Day DHL Shipping from Japan to the United States
This Daruma Bodhidharma Granite Stone Sculpture was shipped from Japan to a customer in the United States by DHL on the same day. A tracking number was provided, so the customer could check the delivery status after shipment.
When a customer buys a stone product from Japan, it is natural to wonder whether it will really arrive safely.
For that reason, we record the actual packing process with photos. We believe that protecting the value of a stone product means not only selling the item, but also packing and shipping it carefully. We also send packing photos to the customer by email at the time of shipment.
Import duties, customs fees, sales tax, or other local charges may be charged by the destination country according to its own import rules.
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Written on: May 26, 2026 (JST)