Rickshaw Puller (Tourist Use)
じんりきしゃひきて（かんこうよう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Pulls a rickshaw by hand while guiding tourists on history and landmarks en route to their destination.
Description
Rickshaw Puller (Tourist Use) is a job primarily in tourist areas and city centers where one operates a rickshaw to guide and transport tourists along attractive routes. Plans tourist routes in advance and travels while paying attention to safety. Utilizes knowledge of the area's history, culture, and surrounding facilities to enrich the tourist experience through dialogue. Also required are inspections and maintenance of the rickshaw body and wheels, as well as flexible responses to weather and congestion situations.
Future Outlook
With recovery in domestic and international tourism demand and expectations for regional revitalization, rickshaw services in tourist areas are expected to see steady demand going forward, although challenges such as successor shortages and aging persist.
Personality Traits
Able to Respond Flexibly / Physically Fit / Sociable / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Outdoor Work / Seasonal Peaks / Shifts / Weekend and Holiday Work
Career Path
New Puller → Veteran Puller → Tour Coordinator → Tourism Business Manager → Independent Business
Required Skills
Customer Service Manners / Rickshaw Operation / Safe Operation Management / Tourist Site Knowledge
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills / First Aid Knowledge / Geography and History Knowledge / Languages (English, Chinese)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Detailed inspections and awareness of surrounding conditions are necessary for safety management. |
| Communication Skills | To provide guidance and services through conversations with tourists. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | High stamina is required to pull the rickshaw manually for long periods. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Physical and communication elements are emphasized more than logical thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced numerical processing is not particularly required. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Mostly operates individually, with little team work. |
Aliases
- Rickshaw Guide
- Rickshaw Puller
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