How We Packed a Japanese Garden Misaki Stone Lantern for DHL Shipping

This time, we shipped a Misaki Stone Lantern from Japan to a customer in Australia by DHL.

This Misaki Stone Lantern is a small stone lantern made for a Japanese garden. Even though it is a compact piece, it is still made of real stone. During international shipping, impact can concentrate on corners, edges, openings, and rounded parts, which may cause chips or scratches if the item is not packed carefully.

This lantern measures 8.27 in / 21 cm wide, 8.66 in / 22 cm deep, and 13.78 in / 35 cm high. The total weight is 33.67 lb / 15.26 kg. Because even a small stone lantern has real weight, we did not force all parts into one box. Instead, we packed each stone part separately.

For this shipment, each part was individually protected, fixed so it would not move inside the box, and shipped from Japan to Australia as four separate DHL parcels.

Each parcel had its own tracking number. We also sent packing photos to the customer before shipment. When buying a stone item from overseas, customers naturally want to know how it is packed. By sharing the actual packing photos, we help reduce that concern before the package leaves Japan.

Shipment Details

Item	Misaki Stone Lantern
Size	8.27 in / 21 cm wide, 8.66 in / 22 cm deep, 13.78 in / 35 cm high
Weight	33.67 lb / 15.26 kg
Destination	Australia
Shipped from	Japan
Carrier	DHL
Shipping method	Four separate parcels
Tracking	Each parcel had its own tracking number
Photos shared with customer	Packing photos were sent before shipment
Packing policy	Each stone part was protected separately and fixed so it would not move inside the box

Import duties, taxes, customs fees, and other local charges may be billed to the buyer according to the import rules of the destination country.

Packing Process

Packing the Top Piece and Roof Piece

Small top stone piece of a Misaki Stone Lantern being checked before packing — First, we checked the small stone piece that sits on top of the lantern. Rounded stone parts can roll easily, and impact can also reach the edge. We checked its condition on paper and bubble wrap before packing it.

Top stone piece of a Misaki Stone Lantern protected with bubble wrap and cardboard — *The entire top piece was wrapped with bubble wrap, with cardboard placed underneath. Even a small stone part has weight, so it is important to keep it from moving inside the box after it is wrapped.*

Roof piece of a Misaki Stone Lantern being checked before packing — Next, we checked the rounded roof piece. The roof is one of the most visible parts of the lantern. Because impact can concentrate on the outer edge and raised areas, we checked the direction and the parts that needed extra protection before packing.

Roof piece of a Misaki Stone Lantern wrapped with thick bubble wrap — *The entire roof piece was wrapped with thick bubble wrap. A rounded stone part can put pressure on one point if it moves inside the box, so the outer edge was carefully covered.*

Roof piece of a Misaki Stone Lantern secured with cardboard and stretch film — *After wrapping it with bubble wrap, we added cardboard and secured everything with stretch film. This helps prevent the protective materials from shifting during international shipping.*

Roof piece of a Misaki Stone Lantern fixed inside a box with cardboard supports at the corners — Inside the box, tube-shaped cardboard supports were placed in the four corners so the roof piece would not move. International parcels are not always kept upright, so support from the sides is important.

Outer box for the roof piece of a Misaki Stone Lantern sealed and reinforced with packing tape — *After closing the box, we sealed it with packing tape. For heavy stone items, it is important to reinforce not only the top of the box, but also the sides and bottom.*

Packing the Main Lantern Body and Top Piece

Main body of a Misaki Stone Lantern being checked before packing — *The main lantern body has openings and a more complex shape. We checked the direction and protection points so impact would not concentrate around the window openings or the top hole.*

Cardboard support placed inside the main body of a Misaki Stone Lantern — *We placed rolled cardboard inside the lantern body. Supporting the inside as well as the outside helps distribute pressure and impact during shipping.*

Main body of a Misaki Stone Lantern wrapped with bubble wrap — *The entire main body was wrapped with bubble wrap. For a stone part with openings, the protective material must stay in place so pressure does not reach a weaker area.*

Main body and top piece of a Misaki Stone Lantern protected separately before being placed in a box — *The main body and the top piece were wrapped separately. Even when different-sized stone parts are placed in the same box, they should not touch each other directly.*

Main body and top piece of a Misaki Stone Lantern fixed inside a box with bubble wrap — *We filled the box with plenty of bubble wrap so the main body and top piece would stay in place. Leaving empty space inside the box can increase the risk of damage during international shipping.*

Outer box for the main body of a Misaki Stone Lantern reinforced with tape and stretch film — *The outer box was closed, sealed with tape, and reinforced with stretch film. For a heavy stone item, the bottom and corners of the box must be protected from weakening during transit.*

Packing a Round Stone Piece

Round stone piece of a Misaki Stone Lantern being checked before packing — *We checked the round stone piece before packing. The flat surface, side surface, and edge were all inspected so we could protect the areas that are most likely to be scratched during shipping.*

Round stone piece of a Misaki Stone Lantern wrapped with bubble wrap and cardboard — *The round stone piece was wrapped with bubble wrap and prepared on cardboard. Round stone parts can shift more easily inside a box, so they need to be secured after wrapping.*

Protected round stone piece of a Misaki Stone Lantern being checked before being placed in a box — *Before placing it in the box, we checked that the bubble wrap had not shifted and that no weak points were exposed. This final check before boxing helps prevent damage.*

Round stone piece of a Misaki Stone Lantern fixed inside a box with bubble wrap and cardboard — *Inside the box, bubble wrap and cardboard were used to keep the stone part from moving. Supporting the corners helps keep the contents stable even if the box tilts during delivery.*

Outer box for a round stone piece of a Misaki Stone Lantern reinforced with tape and stretch film — *The outer box was closed and reinforced with tape and stretch film. Because stone has real weight, we reinforce the top, sides, and bottom of the box.*

Packing Another Round Stone Piece

Second round stone piece of a Misaki Stone Lantern being checked before packing — *We also checked the surface, side, and edge of another round stone piece before packing. Since the visible surface is wide, it must be handled carefully to prevent scratches.*

Round stone piece of a Misaki Stone Lantern wrapped with thick bubble wrap — *The entire stone piece was wrapped with thick bubble wrap. Both the flat surface and the side were covered to reduce vibration and contact during shipping.*

Round stone piece of a Misaki Stone Lantern being checked before being placed in a box — *Before placing it in the box, we checked the bubble wrap and cardboard. We made sure there was enough protection around the stone so it could sit securely inside the box.*

Round stone piece of a Misaki Stone Lantern supported inside a box with cardboard at the four corners — *Tube-shaped cardboard supports were placed in the four corners of the box, keeping the stone piece stable in the center. This helps protect it from side-to-side movement during transport.*

Outer box for a round stone piece of a Misaki Stone Lantern sealed and reinforced after packing — *After closing the box, we sealed and reinforced it with tape. For heavy stone items, the top, bottom, and corners of the box all need careful reinforcement.*

Why We Packed Each Stone Part Separately

A Misaki Stone Lantern is made from multiple stone parts.

Stone is a hard material. If stone parts touch each other during shipping, impact can concentrate on a single point and may cause chips or scratches.

The roof edge, the openings of the main lantern body, the sides of the round pieces, and the small top piece all need protection suited to their shape.

For this shipment, we wrapped each part separately, fixed the parts so they would not move inside the boxes, and shipped the lantern as four separate DHL parcels.

Reinforcing the Bottom of the Boxes with Hot Glue

When shipping stone items, it is not enough to protect the product itself. The strength of the box also matters.

For this shipment, we reinforced the bottom of the cardboard boxes with hot glue to help prevent the bottom from opening under the weight of the stone.

Even a small stone lantern is much heavier than an ordinary household item. If the bottom of the box becomes weak during transit, it can lead to damage or loss. Reinforcing the box bottom is an important part of our packing process.

Fixing the Parts So They Do Not Move Inside the Box

During international shipping, a box does not always stay in the same position.

It may be turned sideways or come into contact with other parcels during pickup, sorting, air transport, customs clearance, and local delivery.

For that reason, we did not leave unnecessary empty space inside the boxes. We used bubble wrap and cardboard supports to keep the stone parts from moving.

Shipped from Japan to Australia by DHL as Four Parcels

This Misaki Stone Lantern was carefully packed in Japan and shipped to Australia by DHL.

Stone items are heavy, and each part has a different shape. Since this lantern weighs 33.67 lb / 15.26 kg in total, we chose not to place everything in a single box. Instead, we divided it into four separate parcels.

Each parcel had its own tracking number, so the delivery status could be checked. We also sent packing photos to the customer before shipment.

For customers overseas, one of the biggest concerns when buying a stone item from Japan is simple: “Will it arrive safely?”

Our store records the actual packing process with photos and shows how stone items are prepared for international shipping. By sharing packing photos with the customer, we help them confirm the condition before the shipment leaves Japan.

Packing Materials Used

Paper	Used to prevent the stone surface from touching the workbench or packing materials directly.
Bubble wrap	Used to wrap each stone part and reduce impact during shipping.
Cardboard pieces	Used to support corners, flat surfaces, inside openings, and empty spaces inside the box.
Cardboard boxes	Used as the outer boxes for the stone parts.
Hot glue	Used to bond and reinforce the bottom of the cardboard boxes so they do not open under weight.
Packing tape	Used to seal and reinforce the boxes.
Stretch film	Used to protect and reinforce the outside of the boxes and cover the tape areas.
DHL international shipping documents	Attached as required for customs clearance and international delivery.
FRAGILE label	Used as a handling notice so the parcel can be recognized as a fragile item.

Delivering a Japanese Garden Stone Lantern Overseas

A Japanese stone lantern has not only visual beauty, but also the real weight and presence of natural stone.

That weight gives depth and calmness to a Japanese garden, but it also means that careful packing is essential for overseas shipping.

When we ship stone items internationally, we check the shape, weight, and vulnerable areas of each product before packing.

For this Misaki Stone Lantern, each stone part was protected separately and shipped from Japan to Australia as four DHL parcels so it could arrive as safely as possible.

After packing, we shared photos with the customer so they could see the condition before shipment. With DHL tracking numbers, the delivery status could also be checked after dispatch.

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Tariff (import tax)

For imports into Australia with a value over AUD 1,000, the buyer may be required to lodge an import declaration and pay customs duty, GST, import processing charges, or other local fees. Please check the import rules in your country before purchasing.

Written on: June 6, 2026 (JST)

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