Masafuki (masafuki) Roofer
まさふきしょく
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Traditional roofing occupation using wooden strip materials to shingle the roofs of Japanese houses. Bears indispensable skills for kominka regeneration and traditional architecture preservation.
Description
Masafuki roofer is a specialist who finishes roof surfaces by shingling wooden strip materials such as cedar or cypress from the eaves upward. Handles everything from material selection, battening, nailing, to finishing, centered on manual work based on traditional techniques. Involves high-altitude work and transporting heavy materials, requiring skilled techniques and physical strength. In demand for kominka restoration and new traditional-method housing, but successor cultivation is a challenge.
Future Outlook
Steady demand is expected due to needs for kominka regeneration and traditional architecture preservation, but shortage of workers is a challenge.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Dexterous with Hands and Good at Fine Work / Meticulous / Physically Strong
Work Style
Career Path
Apprentice → Craftsman (Masafuki Roofer) → Master → Master Carpenter
Required Skills
High-Altitude Work Skills / Roof Shingling / Safety Harness Use / Scaffold Assembly / Tool Handling
Recommended Skills
Blueprint Reading / Communication Skills / Traditional Construction Methods / Wood Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because construction precision directly affects quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to transporting heavy materials and high-altitude work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Complex numerical analysis is not particularly necessary. |
Aliases
- Masafuki Craftsman
- Roofer
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