Fern Gatherer
しださいしゅにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Forestry Occupations
- Minor : Other Forestry Occupations
Summary
A profession that gathers ferns in forests and mountains and supplies them to shippers or processors.
Description
Fern gatherers primarily harvest ferns at appropriate times in mountainous forests and wild mountains, handling everything from quality control to packaging and transportation. They survey growth areas, cut them carefully with specialized tools to avoid damage, and select them to maintain freshness and quality. The harvested ferns are bundled and stored, then transported by vehicle or on foot. They are then delivered to trading partners or processors. The work requires knowledge of vegetation, terrain awareness, weather management, and safety measures, with adaptability to environmental changes due to seasons and weather being crucial.
Future Outlook
Due to strengthened forest resource management and rising health consciousness, the demand for specialized personnel with sustainable gathering techniques is expected to remain stable in the future.
Personality Traits
Cautious and Meticulous / Independent / Interested in Natural Environments / Physically Fit
Work Style
Full-time / Live-in / Outdoor Work / Seasonal / Team Work
Career Path
Junior Fern Gatherer → Fern Gathering Leader → Resource Manager → Forestry Business Owner
Required Skills
Blade Handling / Ordinary Motor Vehicle Driver's License / Outdoor Safety Management / Packaging and Selection Techniques / Plant Identification
Recommended Skills
First Aid / Map Reading / Marketing Knowledge / Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to flexibly respond to changes in weather and terrain |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is necessary to select only high-quality ferns |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | High physical stamina is required for long hours of walking and carrying heavy loads |
| Stress Tolerance | Work in mountainous areas involves mental stress such as fatigue and isolation |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Repetitive standard tasks are common, with few opportunities for highly novel idea generation |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Counting tasks are mainly simple tallying, no need for advanced mathematical analysis |
Related Qualifications
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle Driver's License
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