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.
Futon Hand Sewer
A craftsman who cuts and assembles futon fabric by hand sewing, performs cotton filling and sewing, and completes the futon.
Broom manufacturer (Igusa-made)
A craftsman who manufactures brooms by hand using igusa (sedge grass) as raw material. Handles everything consistently from selection and pre-processing to braiding, handle attachment, and finishing.
Bamboo bender (bamboo-made)
A profession that shapes bamboo material using steaming bending or splitting processes to manufacture curved surface components such as furniture parts and crafts.
Bonbori Maker
A craftsman who handcrafts bonbori (paper lanterns) using washi paper and bamboo splints. Inherits traditional techniques to manufacture lighting fixtures for festivals and interior use.
Maki-e Artist
Traditional decorative craft profession that sprinkles gold or silver powder on the surface of lacquerware to draw pictures or patterns.
Bent wood manufacturer
A profession that manufactures wooden containers such as bento boxes and trays by steaming wood to soften it, bending it along a mold, and applying adhesion, polishing, and painting.
Mama (Snack)
A job that involves managing and operating a snack bar, including customer service, staff management, and sales management.
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.
Woodblock Printmaker
Traditional printing occupation that applies pigments to woodblocks for woodblock prints, manually prints on washi paper, and handles multi-color printing, etc.
Reed Screen Maker
Artisan who weaves traditional sunshades (yoshizu) using reeds (ashi). Manufactures products that are installed outdoors to soften sunlight.