農鍛冶職
のうかじしょく
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Traditional manufacturing occupation that forges, produces, and repairs farm tools and agricultural implements from metals such as iron.
Description
Farm blacksmiths heat metals in a furnace and forge them with a hammer to produce and repair agricultural tools such as hoes (kuwa), sickles (kama), and hoe tips. They handle the entire process from metal selection, heating temperature control, shaping by hammering, finishing polishing, and heat treatments like quenching and tempering. They work in small-scale workshops as sole proprietors or as traveling blacksmiths, visiting regions to fulfill custom orders from farmers or repair damaged tools. They are required to inherit traditional techniques while creatively improving durability and usability.
Future Outlook
While agriculture is mechanizing, niche demand remains due to interest in traditional hand-forging techniques and regional revitalization efforts. Expected to play roles in skill inheritance and as tourism resources.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Creative and inventive / Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / Patient
Work Style
Facility Outsourcing / Sole Proprietor / Traveling Blacksmith / Workshop Employment
Career Path
見習い鍛冶工 → 職人 → 工房オーナー → 伝統工芸技術者
Required Skills
Forging Skills / Hand Finishing and Polishing Skills / Heat Treatment Knowledge / Metal Material Knowledge / Safety Management (Burn Prevention)
Recommended Skills
Basic CAD/CAM Knowledge / DIY / Metal Welding / Traditional Craft Techniques
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because fine shapes and finishing precision determine the quality of the finish. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required for swinging hammers and working in high heat. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced calculations are unnecessary. Experience-based intuition is emphasized. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Mainly proceeds with individual work. |
Related Qualifications
- Blade Manufacturing Technician
- National Skills Test (Forging Operations)
Aliases
- Blacksmith
- Farm Tool Blacksmith
- Farm Tool Blacksmith Worker
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- Agricultural Machinery Mechanic
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- Foundry Worker
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