Artisan (apprentice) × Weaknesses: Numerical & Quantitative Analysis
Jobs Utilizing Other Abilities with Less Numerical Work
This collection features jobs that may suit those who prefer to work utilizing language and interpersonal skills rather than working with numbers.
The need for mathematical thinking varies by occupation. Many jobs value other abilities - language skills, interpersonal abilities, sensitivity, creativity - more than numbers and calculations. Additionally, in some fields, qualitative judgment and understanding of human relationships are the most valuable assets.
What matters is finding an environment where you can utilize your strengths. Various abilities beyond numbers also hold important value in society. The jobs introduced here offer possibilities to leverage such diverse strengths.
12 jobs found.
Uchiwa lettering worker
Traditional craft artisan who pastes paper onto the frame of uchiwa and hand-draws decorative letters or designs using a brush and ink or paint.
Overglaze painter (dyeing industry)
Traditional craft manufacturing occupation that hand-applies color along underdrawings for dyeing to decorate fabrics, pottery, and similar items.
Chrysanthemum Doll Maker
Traditional craftsperson who creates dolls and decorative works by inserting fresh flowers into frames using chrysanthemum flowers and materials.
Wood carving doll maker
A profession that carves wood and applies decorations and coloring to produce dolls.
Osier (kiriu) Weaver
Wood product artisan who uses branches of willow known as osier (kiriu) to create baskets and interior decorations using traditional weaving techniques.
Shoe Last Inserter
Artisan who uses shoe lasts (wooden forms) for mold replacement, fine adjustments, and finishing work. Handles a crucial process that greatly affects the shape and comfort of the finished product.
Bamboo rake maker
Bamboo rake makers shape and decorate kumade bamboo rakes, which are traditional New Year's lucky charms, using wood and bamboo in a traditional manufacturing occupation.
Lantern lettering painter
Artisan who draws letters and designs on traditional Japanese lanterns using a brush.
Lantern pattern maker
Traditional craft artisan who applies patterns to washi paper lanterns using dyeing and painting.
Calligraphy Brush Maker
Artisan who manufactures calligraphy brushes using traditional methods. Handles everything from selecting hair material, bundling hair, processing the handle, shaping the hair, gluing, to finishing.