Bent Wood Worker
まげものしょく
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Traditional craftsperson who softens wood with steam or heat and uses bent wood techniques to manufacture vessels, boxes, etc.
Description
A bent wood worker is a craftsman who heats wood with steam or hot water to make it flexible and then performs bent wood processing along a mold. They primarily create items such as baskets, lunch boxes, tubs, and trays, and handle finishing processes like reinforcing joints, polishing, and painting. While inheriting traditional techniques, they also incorporate designs and materials suited to modern lifestyles, requiring high technical skills and aesthetic sense.
Future Outlook
While being replaced by mass-produced goods, demand as high-value traditional crafts remains stable, with expectations in the souvenir and gift markets.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / High concentration / Patient
Work Style
Freelance / Made-to-Order Production / Traditional Craft Manufacturing / Workshop Employment
Career Path
Apprentice Craftsman → Bent Wood Craftsman → Workshop Manager → Independent Craftsman
Required Skills
Dimensional Measurement and Marking / Hand Tool Operation / Wood Joining Technology / Wood Steam Bending Processing
Recommended Skills
CAD Design (Basic) / Painting and Finishing Technology / Quality Control / Traditional Woodworking Techniques
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is essential to maintain the precision of bent wood processing. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy wood. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | The work is mainly handicraft-oriented, emphasizing experience over logical analysis. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Mainly involves dimensional measurement with little advanced mathematical analysis. |
Aliases
- Bent Wood Craftsman
- Wood Bender Craftsman
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- Carpenter
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