Glassblower
がらすふきこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
An artisan who heats and melts glass at high temperatures and shapes it into free forms using a blowpipe and other tools.
Description
Glassblowers melt glass raw materials in high-temperature furnaces and shape them using blowpipes and tools while expanding the glass. In addition to free-form hand blowing, they produce a wide variety of products such as tableware, decorative items, and crafts by employing mold blowing and decoration techniques. Temperature control and timing are critical, requiring advanced skills and creativity.
Future Outlook
Demand for glassblowing remains stable in traditional crafts, interior products, and tourist experiences, with increasing opportunities for skill succession and new design development.
Personality Traits
Creative / Dexterous hands and skilled in detailed work / High concentration
Work Style
Career Path
Apprentice Artisan → Artisan → Senior Artisan → Workshop Chief → Independent / Glass Craft Artist
Required Skills
Glass Forming / Glassblowing Technique / Heating Furnace Operation / Temperature Management
Recommended Skills
CAD Design / Design Knowledge / Glass Decoration Techniques
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To maintain precision in glass shapes and patterns. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity in conceiving shapes and decorations is required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for long hours in high-temperature environments and handling heavy glass. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Weight calculations are involved, but complex arithmetic is minimal. |
Related Qualifications
- Glass Technician (Grade 2 / Grade 3)
Aliases
- Blown Glass Artisan
- Glass Artisan
- Glass Blowing Artisan
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- Glass Processing Worker
- Heat-Resistant Glass Manufacturing Worker