Igusa Harvesting Worker
いぐさかりさぎょうしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Crop harvesting worker who assesses the growth status of igusa, the raw material for tatami facing, and uses sickles or brush cutters to harvest at the optimal time, then dries, bundles, and transports it.
Description
Igusa harvesting workers check the growth status of igusa, the raw material for tatami facing, and perform harvesting at the optimal time using hand sickles, brush cutters, and other tools. The harvested igusa is bundled, transported to drying facilities, and prepared into a form that is easy to sort. The work is seasonal, characterized by long hours of outdoor labor and physically demanding tasks. Safety and health management, as well as machinery maintenance and inspection, are also part of the duties.
Future Outlook
While there is a continuing shortage of agricultural workers due to aging population and declining birthrate, the decline of tatami culture and competition from imported tatami facing mean that demand varies by region and branding, requiring value-added improvements for stabilization.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / Interested in Natural Environment / Meticulous / Patient / Physically Strong
Work Style
Career Path
Igusa Harvester (Apprentice) → Igusa Work Leader → Farm Manager → Tatami Facing Manufacturing Staff → Farm Operator
Required Skills
Agricultural Machinery Maintenance (Basic) / Brush Cutter Operation / Bundling Work / Cutting
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Agricultural Machinery / Communication Skills / Safety and Health Management / Weather Condition Judgment
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to judge the growth status and harvest at the optimal time. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because prolonged outdoor labor requires sustained physical strength. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because routine work is the main focus and there is little need for generating new ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because numerical analysis is not frequently used, and measurement tasks are limited. |
Related Qualifications
- Agricultural Machinery Operation Skill Certification
- Brush Cutter Operator Special Training
Aliases
- Igusa Cutting Worker
- Igusa Harvesting Worker
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