Nori Harvester (Aquaculture)
のりさいしゅさぎょうしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Fishery Occupations
- Minor : Aquaculture Workers
Summary
Fishery worker who picks nori attached to ropes or nets at nori aquaculture farms and connects it to the drying and processing processes.
Description
The nori harvester (aquaculture) is a job that harvests nori grown attached to ropes or nets at coastal nori aquaculture farms. Mainly from winter to early spring, they travel to the aquaculture site by small boat according to tide levels and weather, and pick the nori by hand or with harvesting machines. The harvested nori is transported to drying facilities, where it undergoes sorting, washing, and processing into products. They are also involved in net installation, inspection, repair, cultivation management, quality improvement, and safety and health management. They face challenges such as a shortage of successors and production risks due to climate change.
Future Outlook
Domestic nori consumption is stable, and expansion of export demand is also expected, while challenges include a shortage of successors and production risks due to climate change.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Interested in the Natural Environment / Patient / Physically Fit / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Nori Aquaculture Worker (Junior) → Nori Aquaculture Manager → Fishery Corporation Employee → Fisheries Cooperative Staff → Independent / Fishery Operator
Required Skills
Basic Knowledge of Meteorology and Tides / Rope Work / Small Boat Operation
Recommended Skills
Machine and Equipment Maintenance / Safety and Health Management / Seaweed Growth Management Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to adjust work plans in response to changes in weather and tide levels. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is required to endure long hours of work at sea and heavy labor. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks are the main focus, and little idea generation is required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because mathematical and quantitative analysis is hardly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Small Boat Operator
Aliases
- Nori Picker
- Nori Picking Worker
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