Traditional Craftsman × Strengths: Physical Stamina & Endurance

For Those with High Physical Stamina & Endurance

This collection features jobs that may suit those who are relatively comfortable with physical work and sustaining activity for extended periods.

Physical stamina manifests in various ways. Some situations require standing for long hours, while others involve carrying heavy objects. Quick, burst movements may be needed, or endurance may be required. Additionally, mental stamina to maintain concentration for extended periods is also an important element alongside physical stamina.

The jobs introduced here tend to involve more opportunities to use your body or extended activity periods. Explore where you can utilize your stamina and endurance.

87 jobs found.

Repair Peddler (Knife Sharpener)

A peddler who visits homes and restaurants to provide services by grinding and adjusting knives to restore their sharpness.

Shokon Indigo Dyer

Artisan who uses natural indigo dye to dye cloth and yarn into a deep indigo color (shokon ai).

Shinto Altar Carpenter

Traditional craft artisan who designs, manufactures, and restores wooden Shinto ritual implements used in shrines.

Sedge Hat Processor

Traditional craft artisan who weaves hats by hand using natural materials such as sedge (suge).

Sumi Ink Manufacturing Worker

Craftsman engaged in manufacturing solid ink or liquid ink for calligraphy, blending soot (pine soot/oil soot) and glue, then molding, drying, and polishing using traditional techniques.

Charcoal Bale Maker

Artisan who weaves straw bales (charcoal bales) for storing and transporting charcoal using straw or miscanthus. Employs traditional braiding techniques to manufacture products that balance strength and breathability.

Rubbing Lacquer Craftsman

Traditional craftsperson who applies natural lacquer by hand in multiple layers to the surfaces of wooden products and similar items to enhance beauty and durability.

Steamer Manufacturing Worker

Steamer manufacturing workers process bamboo or wood to manufacture cooking steamers (seiro).

Sowa-shoku (Magemono Craftsman)

Traditional craftsperson who steams wood to soften it, bends it to assemble bentwood products such as containers and bento boxes, and finishes them with lacquer coating, etc.

Bamboo Weaver

Traditional craft artisan who designs and produces braided products such as baskets, containers, and interior goods by weaving bamboo as material.