Seal Engraver
いんばんし
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A craftsman who engraves letters or designs into seal materials to manufacture seals.
Description
Seal engravers use seal materials such as wood, stone, ivory, and ox horn, engraving names or designs by hand carving or machine engraving to produce seals and stamps. They adjust the placement and depth of characters, polish and clean while considering compatibility with vermilion ink. While preserving traditional techniques, cases of introducing mechanical equipment such as laser engravers have increased in recent years. Completed seals ensure durability and are provided in types suited to their uses (registered seals, bank seals, recognition seals, etc.).
Future Outlook
While successor shortage due to aging is a challenge, maintenance of value as a traditional craft and steady demand for custom-made orders are expected.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands and skilled at detailed work / High concentration / Patient
Work Style
Commissioned Production / Sole Proprietor / Workshop Employment
Career Path
Apprentice Craftsman → Fully-fledged Craftsman → Workshop Owner → Traditional Craftsman
Required Skills
Hand Carving Engraving Technique / Machine Engraver Operation / Polishing Finishing Technique
Recommended Skills
Customer Service Sales Skills / Design Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to accurately engrave fine letters and designs. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it primarily involves traditional techniques, and there are few changes in work content. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because it requires almost no mathematical analysis or quantitative calculations. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because individual work is the focus, with tasks performed independently rather than collaboratively. |
Related Qualifications
- Traditional Craftsman (Seals)
Related Jobs
- Metal Craftsman
- Stone Carver
- Wood Craftsman