Independent business × 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.

74 jobs found.

Akebi vine craft worker

A profession that manufactures crafts such as baskets and trays using akebi vines as material.

Amigasa maker

An amigasa maker is a craftsperson who weaves natural materials such as straw and bamboo splints to create traditional amigasa hats. The process from material selection, weaving, to finishing is performed entirely by hand.

Andon (andon) manufacturer

Andon manufacturers are artisans who create andon lanterns using traditional methods by stretching washi paper or cloth over wooden or bamboo frames. They handcraft each piece of Japanese-style lighting equipment, combining functionality and decoration.

Itaba

Itaba is a chef responsible for knife skills, dashi preparation, grilled and simmered dishes, and other cooking tasks in the kitchen of a Japanese restaurant.

Lacquer Artisan

Specialist in traditional craft techniques that design, create, and restore decorative crafts using lacquer materials.

Overglaze painter (dyeing industry)

Traditional craft manufacturing occupation that hand-applies color along underdrawings for dyeing to decorate fabrics, pottery, and similar items.

Sports Ground Cleaner

A job that removes fallen leaves and garbage from sports grounds in schools and parks to maintain a clean environment.

Optician

Specialized profession involving the sale of eyeglasses and contact lenses, vision testing, lens processing, and fitting.

Pest control worker

A profession that investigates and exterminates pests occurring in buildings and facilities, and plans and implements control plans.

Pest control worker

Specialized worker who surveys, captures, and exterminates pests in homes and facilities, and performs recurrence prevention and hygiene environment maintenance.