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.

Lacquerware Craftsman

A craftsman who applies lacquer to wooden vessels, polishes and decorates them, and manufactures lacquerware.

Lacquerware Polishing Craftsman

A profession responsible for polishing the surface of lacquerware products in the finishing process to create a beautiful luster.

Lacquerware Polisher

Traditional craft technician who polishes the surface of lacquerware to refine decorative layers and undercoats.

Cloisonné Silver Attachment Worker

Specialist who fixes silver foil or silver powder onto cloisonné works to apply decoration during cloisonné production.

Cloisonné Wire Setter

A traditional artisan who attaches metal wires to the base, applies enamel, fires it, and manufactures cloisonné decorative items.

Cloisonné Polishing Worker

Traditional craft artisan who polishes and buffs the surface of cloisonné decorative items after firing to impart a smooth luster.

Paper Fabric Weaver

Traditional artisan who weaves fabric using paper yarn processed from washi paper into threads, employing hand looms or power looms.

Shibori Dyer

An artisan who specializes in the traditional dyeing technique of tying fabric with thread or rubber bands and applying dye to create patterns.

Loom Worker (Oshima Tsumugi Manufacturing)

Skilled artisan who operates looms for Oshima Tsumugi, using mud-dyed weft threads to weave intricate kasuri patterns.

Shakuhachi Maker

Craftsman who makes shakuhachi, a bamboo vertical flute. Handles everything from material selection through processing to finishing adjustments consistently by hand.