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.
27 jobs found.
Akae painter
Akae painters are traditional porcelain painting technicians who apply red pigment decorations to the surface of porcelain or pottery and finish them through firing.
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.
Stone Seal Material Craftsman
Traditional artisan who cuts and polishes stone for seals and precisely engraves characters or patterns.
Swordsmith
Traditional craftsman who produces and repairs metal swords such as Japanese swords consistently from forging to finishing.
Wood carving doll maker
A profession that carves wood and applies decorations and coloring to produce dolls.
Kinma (kinma) manufacturer
Traditional lacquer craft technician who creates embossed patterns by combining lacquer and metal foil.
Comb board manufacturing worker
Comb board manufacturing workers cut, form, and polish board materials (comb boards) used to make wooden combs, finishing the quality in a manufacturing role.
Bamboo rake maker
Bamboo rake makers shape and decorate kumade bamboo rakes, which are traditional New Year's lucky charms, using wood and bamboo in a traditional manufacturing occupation.
Geta strap attachment worker
Traditional woodworking manufacturing job that attaches cloth or leather straps to wooden geta and adjusts shape and strength.
Kokeshi painter
Artisan who paints traditional patterns and faces on the wooden body of kokeshi dolls using brushes and pigments.