Round Cord Braider
まるうちひもあみこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Artisan skill of braiding round-section cords (round braiding cords) using manual or mechanical methods.
Description
Round cord braiders use threads such as cotton, silk, and nylon to manufacture round-section braided cords (maruuchi cords). They braid threads using braiding machines or by hand, and perform dyeing and finishing processes according to the intended use. Mainly demanded for obi cords, sword fittings, craft decorations, and interior cords. Requires quality control, machine adjustment, and ensuring uniformity of the finish.
Future Outlook
While there is a shortage of successors in the traditional crafts field, a certain level of sustainability is expected as a niche market due to domestic and international demand and regional revitalization measures.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands good at detailed work / High concentration / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Factory employment / Full-time / Part-time / Workshop employment
Career Path
Apprentice worker → Skilled worker → Technician or group leader → Instructor or artisan
Required Skills
Braiding machine operation / Dyeing and finishing technique / Hand braiding technique / Thread material knowledge
Recommended Skills
Material development / Quality control / Simple machine maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Precision to not miss loosening of thin threads or braiding irregularities is essential. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Initiative & Leadership | Because work progresses based on instructions and blueprints, there is little planning and proposal. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only quantity management and simple length measurement are required; advanced quantitative analysis is not needed. |
| Planning & Organization | Because work procedures are patterned, there are few opportunities to plan independently. |
Related Qualifications
- Traditional Craftsman
Aliases
- Round cord braiding artisan
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- Cord braider
- Handicraft worker
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