Kakehagi (hagi) Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
In the textile manufacturing process, artisans who manually repair and reweave cuts or frays in warp or weft threads using specialized kakehagi needles and thread to maintain product quality.
Description
Kakehagi workers at textile manufacturing sites detect holes or cuts in fabric, select appropriate threads, and perform repairs by weaving them in with kakehagi needles. The work requires high concentration and manual dexterity. After repair, they inspect for color unevenness or weave irregularities before finishing. Workplaces are factories or ateliers, sometimes using small machines alongside handwork.
Future Outlook
While automation technologies advance, demand for artisanal skills is expected to persist to some extent in high-value-added products and traditional handcraft sectors.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Dexterous Hands Skilled in Fine Work / High Concentration / Patient
Work Style
Career Path
Apprentice Kakehagi Worker → Kakehagi Worker → Team Leader → Quality Control Position
Required Skills
Color Matching Technique / Kakehagi Technique / Knowledge of Fiber Materials / Precision Sewing
Recommended Skills
Basic Quality Control Knowledge / Precision Equipment Operation / Sewing Technique
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Requires accurately matching fine thread colors and weave patterns. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Primarily individual work with minimal interpersonal coordination. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Repair procedures are standardized, requiring little creative thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Almost no need for quantitative analysis. |
| Planning & Organization | Work primarily involves executing given instructions. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Primarily individual work with low frequency of collaboration. |
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- Sewing Worker
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