This time, we shipped a granite fox statue from Japan to a customer in Germany by DHL.
A granite fox statue is a small stone ornament with a distinctly Japanese atmosphere. In Japan, fox statues are often associated with Inari shrine imagery, and they can also be appreciated as Japanese garden stone ornaments. Even though this piece is compact, it is made of real granite. During international shipping, impact can concentrate on the ears, face, rounded back, bottom, or corners, which may cause chips or scratches if the item is not packed carefully.
This granite fox statue measures 5.9 in / 15 cm long, 5.9 in / 15 cm wide, and 3.54 in / 9 cm high. It weighs 5.91 lb / 2.679 kg. Although it is a small stone statue, it still has real stone weight, so the surface, ears, face, rounded back, and bottom need careful protection for overseas shipping.
For this shipment, we protected the stone surface and raised areas, fixed the statue so it would not move inside the box, and shipped it from Japan to Germany by DHL international shipping.
We also shared packing photos with the customer before shipment. When buying a stone item from overseas, customers naturally want to know how it is packed. By recording the actual packing process, we help reduce that concern before the package leaves Japan.
Shipment Details
| Item | Granite fox statue |
|---|---|
| Size | 5.9 in / 15 cm long, 5.9 in / 15 cm wide, 3.54 in / 9 cm high |
| Weight | 5.91 lb / 2.679 kg |
| Destination | Germany |
| Shipped from | Japan |
| Carrier | DHL |
| Shipping method | One parcel |
| Tracking | Tracking number provided |
| Photos shared with customer | Packing photos were sent before shipment |
| Packing policy | The entire fox statue was protected 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 Granite Fox Statue
Protecting the granite fox statue with bubble wrap
Reinforcing the fox statue with cardboard and stretch film
Reinforcing the outer box for DHL shipping
Final condition before DHL shipment
Why Careful Packing Is Necessary
This granite fox statue is compact, but it is still a real stone item.
Stone is hard, but the ears, face, rounded back, bottom corners, and raised areas can receive concentrated impact during shipping.
In international delivery, a box may not stay in the same position during pickup, sorting, air transport, customs clearance, and local delivery.
For that reason, we protected the entire granite fox statue with bubble wrap, reinforced it with cardboard and stretch film, and fixed it so it would not move inside the package.
Keeping the Fox Statue from Moving Inside the Box
During international shipping, a package does not always stay upright.
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 box. We used bubble wrap, cardboard, packing tape, and stretch film to keep the fox statue from moving.
Reinforcing the Bottom of the Box 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 box with hot glue to help prevent the bottom from opening under the weight of the stone.
Even a small granite fox statue is much heavier than an ordinary household item of the same size. 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.
Shipped from Japan to Germany by DHL
This granite fox statue was carefully packed in Japan and shipped to a customer in Germany by DHL.
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 shares those photos with the customer before shipment.
Even for a small stone statue like this granite fox, we check the shape, weight, and vulnerable areas before packing it for international shipping.
Packing Materials Used
| Paper | Used to protect the stone surface before applying other packing materials. |
|---|---|
| Bubble wrap | Used to wrap the entire fox statue and reduce impact during shipping. |
| Cardboard pieces | Used to support the shape and help reduce movement inside the package. |
| Cardboard box | Used as the outer box for the fox statue. |
| Hot glue | Used to bond and reinforce the bottom of the cardboard box so it does not open under weight. |
| Packing tape | Used to secure protective materials and seal the box. |
| Stretch film | Used to reinforce the outside of the box and help protect it from moisture and rubbing. |
| 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 Granite Fox Statue Overseas
A granite fox statue is a small Japanese stone ornament with a quiet, traditional atmosphere.
Although it is compact, it still has the real weight and presence of stone, so careful packing is necessary for overseas shipping.
When we ship Japanese stone items internationally, we check the shape, weight, and vulnerable areas of each item before packing.
For this shipment, we recorded the packing process and shipped the granite fox statue from Japan to Germany by DHL so it could arrive as safely as possible.
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Written on: June 8, 2026 (JST)