We shipped a stone Yukimi lantern from Japan to a customer in the United States by UPS.
A Yukimi stone lantern is one of the classic stone ornaments used in Japanese gardens and Japanese-style outdoor spaces. This Yukimi lantern is made of two stone parts: the Kasa section, the upper cap of the lantern, and the leg section. The total weight is about 11.84 lbs / 5.37 kg. Because each stone part has real weight, it is important to protect each part separately and keep the parts from moving inside the box during international shipping.
Stone is a hard and durable material, but if the parts move inside the box or if impact concentrates on corners or raised areas during transport, damage may occur. For this shipment, we used newspaper, air cushioning, cardboard material, a cardboard box, hot glue, stretch film, FRAGILE stickers, and UPS shipping documents to pack the lantern carefully.
Shipment Details
| Item | Stone Yukimi lantern |
|---|---|
| Stone | Okazaki Natsuyama Stone |
| Maker | Kondo Stone Co., Ltd. |
| Place of origin | Okazaki City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan |
| Destination | United States |
| Origin | Japan |
| Carrier | UPS |
| Shipping date | June 21, 2026 |
| Tracking | Tracking number provided. Delivery completion was confirmed through UPS tracking. |
| Delivery status | Delivery to the customer in the United States was confirmed through UPS tracking. |
| Packing policy | Because this is a stone product, each part was protected separately and fixed inside the box. We also reinforced the bottom of the cardboard box with hot glue, protected the outside of the package, and added handling notices. |
Product Size
| Height | About 8.8 in / 22.5 cm |
|---|---|
| Width | About 8.8 in / 22.5 cm |
| Length | About 8.0 in / 20.5 cm |
| Total weight | About 11.84 lbs / 5.37 kg |
| Weight by part | About 6.33 lbs / 2.87 kg + about 5.51 lbs / 2.5 kg |
This Yukimi stone lantern is made of two stone parts and weighs about 11.84 lbs / 5.37 kg in total. Because each part has weight, we protected the Kasa section and the leg section separately and packed them so they would not move inside the box.
For customers overseas, one of the biggest concerns when buying a stone product from Japan is whether the item will really arrive safely. At Japanstones.shop, we record the actual packing process with photos to help reduce that concern.
Packing Process
Kasa section of the Yukimi stone lantern before packing
Protecting the Kasa section with air cushioning
Fixed inside the box to prevent movement
Leg section of the Yukimi stone lantern before packing
Protecting the leg section with air cushioning
Certificate of Authenticity included
Outer box protected with stretch film
UPS shipping documents and FRAGILE stickers attached
What We Focus On When Shipping a Yukimi Stone Lantern Internationally
When shipping a stone product such as a Yukimi lantern overseas, the most important points are protecting the item itself, keeping it fixed inside the box, and protecting the outer box.
First, each stone part has a different shape, so each part needs suitable protection. The Kasa section and the leg section have different areas that may receive impact. The Kasa section has a wide shape, and the leg section has openings and stepped areas. We protected each part with air cushioning and cardboard material according to its shape.
Second, it is important to prevent the item from moving inside the box. Because stone products are heavy, even a small amount of movement inside the box can create strong impact. It is important not only to add cushioning, but also to reduce empty space and keep the stone parts in place.
We also reinforced the bottom of the cardboard box with hot glue to help prevent the bottom from opening under the weight of the stone product. This step is not always visible from the outside, but it is an important reinforcement for safely shipping heavy stone products overseas.
About the Certificate of Authenticity
This Yukimi stone lantern was shipped with a Certificate of Authenticity.
The certificate lists the item name, stone name, maker, place of origin, shipping date, and certification information from Japanstones.shop.
For customers overseas, when buying a Japanese stone product, the origin of the item and the type of stone used are important information, not just the appearance of the product itself.
By including the certificate with the item, we help communicate the value and trustworthiness of this Yukimi stone lantern.
Outer Box Protection and UPS Shipping Documents
For international shipping, it is important to protect not only the item itself, but also the condition of the outer box.
For this shipment, after closing the box, we protected the outside with stretch film. Stretch film is not waterproof packaging, but it helps reduce rubbing, light dirt, label peeling, and surface wear on the box during transport.
We also attached the UPS international shipping documents to the top of the outer box. For international delivery, it is important that the shipping label and customs documents can be checked easily.
FRAGILE / HANDLE WITH CARE stickers were also attached so the package could be handled with care during transport.
Packing Materials Used
| Newspaper | Used during the pre-shipping check and to help keep the stone surface from touching the work table directly. |
|---|---|
| Air cushioning | Used to wrap the Kasa section and leg section and help reduce impact during transport. |
| Cardboard material | Used to support the outside of each stone part and protect it according to its shape. |
| Cardboard box | Used as the outer box for the stone product. We checked that it could handle the weight of the stone parts. |
| Hot glue | Used to reinforce the bottom of the cardboard box and help prevent the bottom from opening under the weight of the stone product. |
| Packing tape | Used to seal and reinforce the box. |
| Stretch film | Used to help protect the outer box from rubbing and light dirt during transport. |
| FRAGILE stickers | Attached to the outside as handling notices. |
| UPS shipping documents | Attached to the top of the outer box for international delivery and customs checks. |
| Certificate of Authenticity | Included to provide information about the stone, maker, place of origin, and certification details. |
UPS Shipping from Japan to the United States
This stone Yukimi lantern was shipped from Japan to a customer in the United States by UPS.
This package was shipped by UPS on June 21, 2026. Later, we confirmed through UPS tracking that it was delivered to the customer in the United States. For that reason, this article records a real packing example that was shipped and confirmed delivered.
When customers buy a stone product from Japan, one of their biggest concerns is whether the item will really arrive safely.
For that reason, Japanstones.shop records 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.
When we ship an order, we send the customer the tracking number and photos of the packed package. This allows the customer to see how the item was protected before it arrives, and helps reduce concerns about international shipping.
Import duties, sales tax, customs fees, or other local charges may be charged according to the import rules of the destination country.
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