Career Path > Traditional Craftsman

186 jobs found.

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.

Repair Peddler (Knife Sharpener)

A peddler who visits homes and restaurants to provide services by grinding and adjusting knives to restore their sharpness.

Prayer Bead Stringer (Crystal)

An artisan who crafts crystal prayer beads using braided cords or bead processing. Manually assembles prayer beads for religious use or as decorative accessories.

Shunkei Lacquer Craftsman

Shunkei lacquer craftsmen apply transparent lacquer coatings to wood products, enhancing aesthetics and durability in this Japanese traditional craft occupation.