Workshop × 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.

260 jobs found.

Bladesmith

Occupation of heating, hammering, and polishing metal to manufacture blades such as kitchen knives and scissors.

Knife sharpener

A profession that sharpens blades such as kitchen knives and scissors at appropriate angles using polishing techniques to restore and improve sharpness.

Hikisome Dyer

An artisan who draws patterns on fabric using resist agents and allows dyes to penetrate, expressing diverse patterns.

Hina Doll Maker

Artisans who create traditional hina dolls using materials such as wood, hariko, and fabric, handling everything from wood cutting to assembly, face coloring, and dressing in costumes.

Gilding Artist

Traditional manufacturing occupation that applies gold decorations to craft items such as lacquerware and ceramics.

Sign Letterer (Signboards)

Artisan who creates and installs signs and signboards for stores and buildings using hand-drawing techniques and painting skills.

Wind Chime Maker (Glass Body Blowing)

Traditional craft artisan who melts glass in a high-temperature furnace and shapes and finishes the form of wind chimes using a blowpipe.

Blown glass forming worker

Artisan who shapes heated and melted glass using a blowpipe to create vessels and decorative items.

Bag Repair Worker

An artisan who diagnoses damage or wear on bags and pouches such as bags and briefcases, and performs sewing, repairs, and improvements.

Tassel cord maker

A profession that produces tassel cords used for temple and shrine decorations, interiors, stage costumes, etc., using manual labor or machines.