Fern Craft Worker
しださいくこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Artisan who manufactures wooden handicrafts such as baskets, boxes, and trays using the technique of weaving shida material made by thinly processing wood.
Description
Fern craft workers split wood into thin board-like strips, process them into fine shida material, and manufacture wooden handicrafts such as baskets, boxes, trays, and screens through processes like weaving, assembly, adhesion, and painting. The work centers on meticulous hand labor from material selection to finishing, requiring precise dimension measurement and careful weaving skills. While preserving traditional techniques, they may also incorporate modern design elements.
Future Outlook
Although producers are declining due to population decrease and successor shortages, the value as traditional crafts, tourist demand, and niche demand in domestic and international gift markets continue. There is potential to develop new markets through online sales and fusion with modern designs.
Personality Traits
Dexterous Hands, Skilled in Fine Work / Excellent Aesthetic Sense / High Concentration / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Commissioned Production / Freelance Available / Sole Proprietor / Traditional Craft / Workshop Employment
Career Path
Apprentice Craftsman → Craftsman → Independent Business → Workshop Owner → Traditional Craft Artist
Required Skills
Dimension Measurement and Inspection Technique / Hand Tool Operation / Painting Finishing Technique / Use of Adhesives and Fixtures / Weaving Technique / Wood Processing
Recommended Skills
CAD Design / Design Sense / English Proficiency (Buyer Correspondence) / Polishing and Painting Technique / Wood Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because mistakes in fine weaving directly affect quality. |
| Creativity & Ideation | To devise unique designs and shapes. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only for dimension measurement; no advanced mathematical analysis required. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Mainly individual work, with little teamwork. |
Related Qualifications
- Woodworking Technician (Grade 2 or higher)
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