We shipped an Aji Stone Gassho Jizo from Japan to a customer in the Netherlands by DHL. The order was placed on June 23, 2026, and we shipped it by DHL on the same day. Later, on June 30, 2026, we confirmed through DHL tracking that the package had been delivered. For that reason, this article records a real packing example that was shipped and confirmed delivered.
A Gassho Jizo is a Jizo statue with hands placed together in prayer. This piece is made from Aji Stone, a fine Japanese stone known for its calm texture and refined appearance. The statue measures 4.8 in high, 3.0 in wide, and 2.5 in deep (12.5 × 8 × 6.5 cm), and weighs 2.38 lb (1079 g). Although this is a compact stone statue, it still has the weight of natural stone. For international shipping, it is important not only to protect the item itself, but also to keep it fixed inside the box and reinforce the bottom of the outer box.
Stone is a hard and durable material, but during international shipping, damage can occur if the item moves inside the box or if impact concentrates on rounded areas, edges, or detailed parts. For this shipment, we carefully packed the statue using newspaper, air cushioning, cardboard material, a cardboard box, hot glue, stretch film, DHL outer packaging, and a FRAGILE sticker.
Shipment Details
| Item | Aji Stone Gassho Jizo |
|---|---|
| Stone | Aji Stone |
| Destination | Netherlands |
| Origin | Japan |
| Carrier | DHL |
| Order date | June 23, 2026 |
| Shipping date | June 23, 2026 |
| Delivery confirmation date | June 30, 2026 |
| Tracking | Tracking number provided. Delivery completion was confirmed through DHL tracking. |
| Delivery status | Delivery to the customer in the Netherlands was confirmed through DHL tracking. |
| Packing policy | The Aji Stone Gassho Jizo was protected with newspaper, air cushioning, and cardboard material, then fixed inside a cardboard box so it would not move. We also reinforced the bottom of the cardboard box with hot glue, protected the outside, and added DHL outer packaging and a handling notice. |
Dimensions and Weight
| Height | 4.8 in (12.5 cm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 3.0 in (8 cm) |
| Depth / Length | 2.5 in (6.5 cm) |
| Weight | 2.38 lb (1079 g) |
This Gassho Jizo is small enough to be held by hand, but it still weighs 2.38 lb (1079 g). For a stone product, even a compact size can create strong impact if the item moves inside the box during international transport.
Even a compact stone product can be heavy. If it moves inside the box during transport, the weight itself can create strong impact. For that reason, it is important not only to wrap the item with cushioning, but also to keep it from moving 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
Aji Stone Gassho Jizo before packing
Wrapped with newspaper to protect the surface
Fixed inside the box to prevent movement
Outer box protected with stretch film
DHL outer packaging and FRAGILE sticker
What We Focus On When Shipping an Aji Stone Gassho Jizo Internationally
When shipping an Aji Stone Gassho Jizo overseas, the most important points are protecting the stone surface, keeping the item fixed inside the box, and reinforcing the outer box.
Stone is durable, but if impact concentrates on rounded areas, around the face, or around the hands placed together in prayer, it may cause damage. For this reason, we first protected the surface with newspaper and then wrapped the statue with air cushioning.
This statue measures 4.8 in high, 3.0 in wide, and 2.5 in deep, but it weighs 2.38 lb because it is made from natural stone. Even a small amount of movement inside the box can create strong impact during transport. For this shipment, we used cushioning and cardboard material to reduce empty space and keep the statue fixed in place inside the box.
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.
Outer Protection and DHL Shipping
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 and then placed the package in DHL outer packaging. The outer packaging helps reduce rubbing, light dirt, label peeling, and surface wear on the box during transport.
We also attached a FRAGILE / HANDLE WITH CARE sticker so the package could be handled with care during delivery.
This package was shipped from Japan to the Netherlands by DHL on June 23, 2026. Later, on June 30, 2026, we confirmed through DHL tracking that it was delivered to the customer in the Netherlands. For that reason, this article records a real packing example that was shipped and confirmed delivered.
Packing Materials Used
| Newspaper | Used to help keep the stone surface from touching the work table or cardboard material directly. |
|---|---|
| Air cushioning | Used to wrap the entire Gassho Jizo and help reduce impact during transport. |
| Cardboard material | Used to reduce empty space inside the box and support the Gassho Jizo so it would not move. |
| Cardboard box | Used as the outer box for the stone product. We checked that it could handle the weight of the item. |
| 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. |
| DHL outer packaging | Used as the outer packaging for DHL international shipping. |
| FRAGILE sticker | Attached to the outside as a handling notice. |
| DHL shipping documents | Used for international delivery and customs checks. |
DHL Shipping from Japan to the Netherlands
This Aji Stone Gassho Jizo was shipped from Japan to a customer in the Netherlands by DHL.
The order was placed on June 23, 2026, and we shipped it by DHL on the same day. Later, on June 30, 2026, we confirmed through DHL tracking that the package had been delivered. This article records a real packing example that was shipped and confirmed safely 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, VAT, customs fees, or other local charges may be charged according to the import rules of the destination country.
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