Kozo Bark Stripper (Agriculture)
こうぞかわむきにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Agricultural worker who manually strips the outer bark from harvested Kozo (paper mulberry) for use as raw material for Japanese paper.
Description
Kozo bark strippers carefully peel the outer bark from branches of harvested Kozo using a dedicated knife, etc., preparing the inner bark (white bark) without damage to facilitate fiber extraction. Workload varies by season, mainly consisting of standing and repetitive tasks. Technical skill and concentration are required to maintain uniform quality, and traditional skill inheritance is emphasized due to the manual work.
Future Outlook
Aging population and successor shortages are challenges, but steady demand is expected in the market for Japanese paper and traditional crafts. Improvements in production efficiency through mechanization and skill transmission are anticipated.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Contract Work / Farm Employment / Outdoor Work / Part-time / Seasonal
Career Path
Farm Worker → Kozo Cultivation Supervisor → Farm Manager → Agricultural Consultant
Required Skills
Knife Handling / Kozo Bark Peeling Technique / Standing Work Tolerance
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Agricultural Machinery / Quality Control / Washi Raw Materials
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accuracy is required to peel the bark thinly and uniformly. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because long hours of standing work require physical strength and endurance. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Mostly solitary work, with little need for advanced interpersonal coordination. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Centered on routine tasks, with little demand for creative thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Almost no numerical tasks are involved. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Mostly individual tasks, with limited teamwork. |
Aliases
- Japanese Paper Raw Material Processor
- Kozo Bark Peeling Worker
Related Jobs
- Crop Cultivation and Harvesting Workers (Field Crops)
- Papermaking Raw Material Production Worker
- Washi Artisan