Kozo Bark Stripper (Forestry)
こうぞかわむきにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Forestry Occupations
- Minor : Other Forestry Occupations
Summary
A profession specializing in forestry work that carefully strips the bark of kozo trees and supplies it as raw material for washi paper.
Description
Kozo bark strippers are specialists who carefully remove the bark of kozo trees, the raw material for washi paper, from the trees and supply it in a condition suitable for bleaching or papermaking processes. They fell and strip planted kozo trees at the appropriate time, requiring skills to maintain the thickness and shape suitable for drying or soaking treatments. The work is performed outdoors, involving a lot of manual tool operation and prolonged standing, and is influenced by seasons and weather. They work closely with the local washi industry, paying attention to quality control and safety and health.
Future Outlook
Although there is steady demand as an important occupation supporting the tradition of the washi industry, the shortage of workers is a challenge. Stable demand is expected in collaboration with regional revitalization and traditional culture preservation efforts.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / Patient
Work Style
Career Path
Forestry Worker → Washi Raw Material Supplier → Traditional Industry Technique Successor
Required Skills
Bark Quality Judgment / Forestry Safety and Health Knowledge / Manual Peeling / Outdoor Work Ability
Recommended Skills
Basic First Aid Knowledge / Forestry Basics / Tool Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is essential to peel the bark thinly and evenly. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical stamina due to heavy labor and long hours of outdoor work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | No need for advanced analysis. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Almost no need for creative thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Little quantity management or calculation work. |
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- Forestry Worker
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