助勤巫女
じょきんみこ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Other Service Occupations
- Minor : Service Occupations Not Elsewhere Classified
Summary
A job involving assistance with shrine festivals and prayers, visitor services, distribution of offerings, and more.
Description
Assistant Mikos at shrines handle a wide range of tasks including preparation and assistance for festivals and prayers, visitor services, distribution of goshuin and omamori, and shrine cleaning. They are mainly hired as part-time or part-time workers, learning miko attire dressing and shrine etiquette while performing duties under the instructions of Shinto priests. During busy periods such as festivals, New Year's, and Shichigosan, there are many shifts on weekends and holidays, and they also participate in special events like assisting with kagura dances. Polite interaction with visitors and understanding of traditional culture are required.
Future Outlook
Demand will be maintained to some extent from the perspective of preserving traditional culture, but declining birthrates and shortage of Shinto priests pose challenges in finding workers. Skills in handling tourists and digitalization will increase future value.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Part-time / Seasonal work / Shift work / Short-term contracts / Weekends and holidays
Career Path
Assistant Miko → Full-time Miko → Shinto Priest (Gonoushi, Gon gonoushi) → Assistant Head Priest → Head Priest
Required Skills
Customer service / Goshuin distribution / Miko attire dressing / Shrine ritual assistance
Recommended Skills
Basic PC operation (reception management) / Etiquette and manners / Foreign language skills (guidance)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy in details is important for attire dressing and ritual movements. |
| Communication Skills | High communication skills are needed for visitor services and guidance. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Work is advanced in cooperation with other mikos and staff. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Emphasis is on following procedures rather than specialized analysis. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Work follows set procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Cash handling involves register operation, no advanced calculations needed. |
Aliases
- Assistant Miko
Related Jobs
- Miko
- Shinto Priest (Kannushi)
- Shrine Office Staff