Haori Tailor
はおりしたてにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Haori tailors are artisans who specialize in the production and tailoring of haori, a type of Japanese garment. They handle everything from fabric selection, measurements, cutting, sewing, to finishing.
Description
Haori tailors are specialist artisans who tailor haori to suit the customer's body shape and purpose. They carefully perform material selection for lining and outer fabric, post-cutting sewing, pattern matching, collar attachment, lining, etc., requiring beauty in the stitching and precise dimensions. While employing traditional Japanese dressmaking techniques, they also accommodate modern designs and materials, and handle special orders such as wedding garments and dance costumes.
Future Outlook
Demand is on a declining trend with a shortage of successors as an issue, but niche demand for traditional crafts and wedding garments is expected to continue. New design developments and overseas market expansion will be factors for future growth.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Contract processing / Self-employed / Sewing / Workshop employment
Career Path
Apprentice Japanese Dressmaker → Japanese Dressmaker → Chief Japanese Dressmaker → Workshop Owner
Required Skills
Dimension measurement and inspection skills / Fabric cutting / Hand sewing skills / Pattern matching / Sewing machine operation
Recommended Skills
CAD pattern design / Dyeing knowledge / Embroidery / Obi making
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required for fine sewing and pattern matching. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Mostly individual work, so teamwork is limited. |
Related Qualifications
- Japanese Dressmaking Technician
Aliases
- Haori Sewer
- Japanese Dressmaker
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