Physiognomist
かんそうか
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Other Service Occupations
- Minor : Service Occupations Not Elsewhere Classified
Summary
A profession that interprets personality and fortune from facial shapes and expression features, providing advice to clients.
Description
Physiognomists comprehensively observe facial contours, positions and shapes of eyes, nose, and mouth, wrinkles, moles, skin color, and other features to analyze and predict personality tendencies and fortunes. Using knowledge of physiognomy transmitted from ancient China and inherited as a classical discipline in Japan, they provide advice on clients' concerns and life planning through in-person or online consultations. In addition to personal salons, fortune-telling shops, and event booths, they also work to popularize it through lecturing and writing activities.
Future Outlook
The spread of online fortune-telling services is increasing remote consultation opportunities and expanding the scope of individual activities. On the other hand, as it is not a profession based on statistical evidence, the market size is limited, and differentiation and building trust are future challenges.
Personality Traits
Has curiosity or inquisitiveness / Has empathy / Has intuition
Work Style
Event exhibition / Fortune-telling shop employment / Online consultation / Personal salon operation
Career Path
Apprentice physiognomist → Independent practice → Fortune teller side job → Instructor and writing activities
Required Skills
Communication skills / Counseling skills / Physiognomy
Recommended Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To not miss subtle changes such as fine wrinkles or skin texture. |
| Communication Skills | To build trust with clients and communicate accurately. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Almost no numerical analysis is performed. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Long in-person sessions occur, but heavy labor is minimal. |
| Planning & Organization | Mainly involves self-management such as in-person sessions or reservation adjustments, with little need for complex planning. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Activities are mostly individual, with little teamwork. |
Related Qualifications
- None in particular
Aliases
- Face reader
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