Traditional Craftsman × 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.

165 jobs found.

Cotton Yarn Ikat Tying Worker

A traditional dyeing artisan who uses cotton yarn to create ikat (kasuri) patterns through tie-dyeing techniques. Handles the skill of manually binding threads or fabric, repeatedly dyeing and drying to fix the patterns.

Woodblock Maker

Artisan who carves woodblocks used for producing ukiyo-e and woodblock prints using hand tools such as carving knives to create printing plates.

Betrothal Gift Maker

Artisans and technicians who manufacture betrothal items such as mizuhiki, noshi, and betrothal money envelopes used in wedding betrothal ceremonies.

Yuzen Dyer

Yuzen dyers are traditional craft technicians who dye patterns on fabrics such as kimonos using the Yuzen dyeing technique. They manually perform processes from underpainting to stencil creation, resist paste application, dyeing, steaming, and scouring.

Bow Maker (Bamboo)

Craftsman who makes bamboo bows. Handles everything from material selection to processing, joining, and finishing as a traditional craft occupation.

Rantai (Ran) Lacquerware Maker

Rantai lacquerware makers weave bamboo to create vessel bodies, apply multiple layers of lacquer, and perform decoration and polishing—a traditional lacquerware manufacturing technical occupation.

Ranma Craftsman (Ranma Manufacturing)

Ranma craftsmen produce ranma, interior decorative components of buildings, using manual labor or machines from timber selection through carving, kumiko assembly, and finishing. They utilize traditional techniques to provide products that combine aesthetic design and functionality.