Lantern Craftsman
ちょうちんせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Craftsman who handcrafts traditional lanterns using washi paper and bamboo frames. Shapes ornamental or practical lanterns.
Description
Lantern craftsmen paste washi paper or oiled paper onto bamboo or wooden frames, shape them, and apply decorations such as dyeing or painting to produce lanterns. They manually perform a wide range of processes including material selection, frame processing, paper pasting, gluing, drying, coloring, and painting. While preserving traditional techniques, they create diverse products adapted to modern needs, such as various designs and sizes from large to small. Uses range from festival lanterns to Japanese-style interior lighting.
Future Outlook
While steady demand is expected from Japanese-style lighting and tourism souvenir needs, the successor shortage is severe, making technology inheritance and market development key challenges.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands and skilled in detailed work / High concentration / Superior aesthetic sense
Work Style
Full-time / Part-time / Regional Revitalization Cooperation Corps / Workshop Employment
Career Path
Apprentice Craftsman → Fully-fledged Lantern Craftsman → Workshop Owner → Traditional Craft Artist → Manufacturing Supervisor
Required Skills
Adhesives Technique / Dyeing Technique / Painting Technique / Washi Paper Processing Technique / Wood and Bamboo Processing Technique
Recommended Skills
Color Sense / Sketching and Design Fundamentals / Traditional Crafts Knowledge / Wood Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Precision in fine paper pasting and painting directly affects quality. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Design abilities for patterns and decorations are required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Endurance is required for long hours of standing work and detailed manual tasks. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is not required for manufacturing. |
Aliases
- Chōchin Artisan
- Chōchin Maker
- Paper Lantern Artisan
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