Pole Fishing Worker
さおつりぎょぎょうしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Fishery Occupations
- Minor : Fishing Workers
Summary
Fishery worker who catches fish and shellfish one by one using a fishing rod in the ocean or inland waters.
Description
Pole fishing workers mainly catch fish and crustaceans one by one using fishing rods and rigs in the ocean or inland waters. Operations are conducted from small fishing boats, ferries, seawalls, etc., and fish finders or GPS may also be used. Bait (live bait or artificial bait) and rigs are selected according to fish species, and appropriate quantities are caught using sustainable fishing methods. Caught fish are shipped as fresh fish to markets, direct sales, or processors. Physical strength and experience at sea, knowledge of weather and currents, and skills in operating equipment are required.
Future Outlook
As the importance of fishery resource management increases, attention to one-by-one fishing techniques as a sustainable method is growing. Stable demand is expected through regional branding and high value-added products, while the aging of fishery workers and shortage of successors remain challenges.
Personality Traits
Excellent observation skills / Interested in marine environments / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Crew Member / Fishery Cooperative Member / Independent Fishery Cooperative Member
Career Path
Fishery Apprentice/Assistant → Pole Fishing Worker → Captain/Operation Leader → Individual/Corporate Fishery Manager → Fishery Cooperative Staff
Required Skills
Observation and judgment of currents and weather / Rig operation / Small boat handling
Recommended Skills
Fish finder operation / Freshness management / GPS and electronic chart operation / Marketing
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Required to respond immediately to changes in weather, currents, and fishing ground conditions. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of work at sea and handling heavy fishing gear. |
| Stress Tolerance | Due to high mental stress during rough weather or periods of low catches. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because experience and intuition are valued more than complex logical analysis. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Focuses on intuitive fishing ground selection rather than large-scale data analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Small Vessel Operator License (Grade 2 or higher)
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