Workshop × Workstyle: Artisan
8 jobs found.
Rush Grass (Igusa) Weaver
Artisan who weaves tatami facing using rush grass. Combines traditional hand-weaving techniques with machine operation to manufacture tatami facing for homes and stores.
Itome Worker (Hand-Drawn Yuzen)
Specialized artisan who hand-draws outline lines using itome paste in the yuzen dyeing process to perform resist treatment.
Lacquer Strainer
Traditional craft occupation that applies lacquer to beautifully finish the surfaces of utensils and objects, enhancing durability.
Obi Tailor
Traditional sewing occupation that handles cutting, sewing, and finishing of obi sashes for kimonos.
Glassblower
An artisan who heats and melts glass at high temperatures and shapes it into free forms using a blowpipe and other tools.
Cloisonné Polishing Worker
Traditional craft artisan who polishes and buffs the surface of cloisonné decorative items after firing to impart a smooth luster.
Loom Worker (Oshima Tsumugi Manufacturing)
Skilled artisan who operates looms for Oshima Tsumugi, using mud-dyed weft threads to weave intricate kasuri patterns.
Straw Hat Manufacturer
A profession that handcrafts hats using natural materials such as straw or water plants, from braiding to forming and finishing.