Bamboo Weaver
たけばみこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Traditional craft artisan who designs and produces braided products such as baskets, containers, and interior goods by weaving bamboo as material.
Description
Bamboo weavers select bamboo as material, perform preliminary processes such as heating and drying to create split bamboo (bamboo splints), and weave them to produce various products like baskets, strainers, trunks, furniture, and decorations. They use tools such as saws, knives, chisels, and files to process the bamboo, employing unique weaving techniques and traditional weaving patterns to control shape and strength. They also handle product design, pattern making, finishing processes, painting, and dyeing to achieve both functionality and beauty. While inheriting traditional techniques, there are diverse ways of working such as developing new designs for modern interiors and gift markets, holding workshops, and OEM contract production. Production involves prolonged standing work and carrying heavy materials, requiring high concentration and manual dexterity.
Future Outlook
The decline in demand for traditional crafts is a challenge, but demand as interior goods and tourist souvenirs remains strong. Market expansion is expected through skill transmission and design innovation.
Personality Traits
Creative / Dexterous with hands and good at fine work / Highly Concentrated / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Exhibition Participation / Freelance / OEM Contract Manufacturing / Workshop / Workshop Employment
Career Path
Apprentice Artisan → Artisan → Lead Artisan → Master Artisan (Traditional Craftsman) → Independent/Workshop Management
Required Skills
Bamboo Selection and Preliminary Processing / Bamboo Splint Production / Braiding Techniques / Tool Operation / Weaving Pattern Knowledge
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Material Science / Color Sense / Design Skills / Drawing Creation / Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because handling thin splints and precise weaving stitches is required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | To conceive original designs and create new products. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because it is necessary to acquire the inheritance and improvement of techniques. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because carrying heavy materials and prolonged standing work are required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because the work is mainly performed individually. |
Related Qualifications
- Traditional Craftsman
Aliases
- Bamboo Basket Craftsman
- Bamboo Craft Artisan
- Basket Maker Artisan
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