Religious Robe Tailor
ほういしたてしょく
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Religious robe tailors are specialists who take measurements, cut, sew, tailor, and repair kesa and clerical robes worn by monks and nuns.
Description
Religious robe tailors receive requests from temples and Buddhist-related facilities and handle everything from measuring, cutting, sewing, lining, and decorative processing for clerical robes (kesa, monk's robes, costumes, etc.). They require sewing techniques suited to the characteristics of fabrics and materials such as silk, cotton, and synthetics, and also handle embroidery, decorative cords, gold thread, and other decorations. They also deal with repairs of ready-made products and re-tailoring after cleaning, requiring high precision and aesthetics.
Future Outlook
Demand for clerical robes associated with temple rituals and religious events is stable, but craftsmen are decreasing due to successor shortages and the influence of machine-sewn products. Succession of traditional techniques and differentiation through high value-added services are key.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / Excellent aesthetic sense / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Freelance / Individual Workshop / Made-to-Order Production / Workshop Employment
Career Path
Apprentice/Assistant → Religious Robe Tailor Craftsman → Chief Tailor Craftsman → Workshop Manager → Independent Business
Required Skills
Cutting Technique / Fabric Knowledge / Lining Tailoring / Measurement and Pattern Making / Sewing Technique
Recommended Skills
Decoration Technique / Embroidery Technique / Knowledge of Dyeing Processes / Knowledge of Traditional Patterns
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required for complex sewing and measurements. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | There are few opportunities to use advanced mathematical calculations. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Work is mainly individual, with limited opportunities for teamwork. |
Related Qualifications
- 和裁技能検定（和裁技能士）
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