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.
Urushi Undercoating Worker
A profession that applies urushi undercoating (base coating) to wooden products or lacquerware, preparing surface durability and finish.
Urushi Filtering Worker
Urushi filtering workers are craftsmen who apply multiple layers of urushi to wooden products or lacquerware, repeating grinding and drying to create a smooth and beautiful urushi coating.
Overglaze Decorator (Ceramics Manufacturing)
Artisan who applies patterns and pictorial decorations using pigments with the overglaze technique on the glazed surface of ceramics and fixes them through re-firing.
Line Drawing Decorator (Ceramic Manufacturing)
Artisan who applies painting and line drawing decorations to the surfaces of porcelain and pottery, imparting aesthetic appeal and value to products.
Ceramic Painter (Ceramics Manufacturing)
Artisan who applies paintings and colors to the surface of ceramics. Draws patterns by hand-drawing or stencil transfer and completes the product through firing.
Oke Barrel Repair Worker
Specialist occupation that repairs and restores wooden oke barrels and tubs used in sake brewing and soy sauce production industries, recovering their functionality.
Tub Maker
Traditional manufacturing job that uses wood to produce containers such as tubs and barrels.
Obi Tailor
Traditional sewing occupation that handles cutting, sewing, and finishing of obi sashes for kimonos.
Obijime Braider
Artisan who manufactures kumihimo cords used as obijime to secure and decorate kimono sashes, using traditional hand-braiding techniques or machine braiding.
Omiya Shrine Craftsman
Traditional wood product processor who crafts models and parts of wooden omiya shrines (kamidana or shingu).