Abacus Bead Maker
そろばんたませいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Artisan/technician who manufactures wooden beads (beads) used in abacuses.
Description
Abacus bead makers are artisans who manufacture beads (beads) for abacuses. They cut logs to appropriate sizes, rotate the wood on a lathe to shape it into beads, and drill holes using drilling processes. Afterward, they smooth the surface through polishing and finishing steps, and apply paint or coating as needed. To maintain uniformity in dimensions and weight, they measure and inspect using calipers or micrometers, producing large quantities of high-quality beads.
Future Outlook
Due to the impact of digitalization, demand for abacuses is declining, but niche demand is expected to be maintained through traditional crafts and reproductions for educational purposes.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Factory work / Standing work / Traditional craft facility work
Career Path
Apprentice artisan → Skilled artisan → Manufacturing team leader → Quality control staff
Required Skills
Dimensional measurement (calipers, micrometers) / Drill processing / Polishing and finishing techniques / Quality inspection / Wood lathe processing
Recommended Skills
Painting and coating techniques / Process improvement (QC methods) / Tool maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Requires uniform quality control without allowing minute dimensional errors. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves long hours of standing and repetitive work, requiring physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Mainly individual work, with little interpersonal communication. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly forming according to standards, with little room for creativity. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Basic quantity management is required, but advanced mathematical analysis is not. |