Hat Repairer
ぼうししゅうりこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical job that corrects the shape and size of hats, re-sews damaged areas, replaces materials, etc., to restore them to a usable state.
Description
Hat repairers understand hat materials and structures, and perform various repair tasks such as correcting shape distortions, fixing loose stitching, replacing sweatbands, cleaning, re-dyeing, etc. They are required to have sewing skills using hand sewing or sewing machines, blocking (shaping hats), and finishing techniques. They also handle reforms, design adjustments, and size changes according to customer requests, making attention to detail and aesthetic sense important.
Future Outlook
With the rise of eco-friendly and sustainable trends, demand for repairs to extend the life of existing products is increasing. There is steady demand for highly specialized handcraft work, and a stable market is expected on a small scale.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with hands and good at fine work / Excellent aesthetic sense / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Career Path
Assistant Repair Technician → Hat Repairer → Senior Repair Technician → Studio Manager → Independent Business
Required Skills
Blocking Technique / Hand Sewing Skills / Hat Sewing Machine Operation / Material Knowledge (Fiber Materials) / Pattern Design Correction
Recommended Skills
Adhesive and Lining Technique / Cleaning and Pressing / Customer Service Skills / Dyeing Coloring Technique
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because high accuracy is required for detailed sewing and repair work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because quantitative analysis is hardly required. |
Aliases
- Hat Mender Artisan
- Hat Repair Technician
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