Sewing Machine Sewer (Tatami)
みしんほうせいこう（たたみ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A skilled artisan job that sews tatami edges onto tatami surfaces using industrial sewing machines, handling the finishing process of tatami mats.
Description
The Sewing Machine Sewer (Tatami) performs the task of precisely sewing edges (tatami edges) onto the surface of tatami mats (tatami surface) using industrial sewing machines. It requires skills to understand the material properties of tatami surfaces and edges, maintain uniform and strong stitches, and proceed with work at high speed. Utilizing both traditional handcraft skills and machine operation, work is performed in tatami manufacturing factories or artisan workshops. May also handle quality inspections and machine maintenance.
Future Outlook
While the shortage of workers due to aging is becoming serious, stable demand is expected, supported by the inheritance of traditional techniques and restoration needs. Despite advances in automation, high-precision sewing technology will continue to be needed.
Personality Traits
High concentration / Meticulous and detail-oriented / Patient
Work Style
Artisan Group / Factory Work / Self-employed Individual Workshop
Career Path
Apprentice Sewing Machine Sewer → Sewing Machine Sewer → Supervisor Sewing Worker → Factory Manager / Artisan Workshop Owner
Required Skills
Industrial Sewing Machine Operation / Quality Inspection / Sewing Machine Sewing Accuracy Management / Tatami Surface Basic Knowledge
Recommended Skills
Hand Sewing Repair Technique / Machine Maintenance (Basic) / Tatami Material Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Sewing accuracy determines the finishing quality. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | The work is procedural, requiring little advanced logical analysis. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly predetermined sewing tasks rather than creative design. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Almost no complex calculations are required. |
Related Qualifications
- Tatami Production Skills Certification
Aliases
- Tatami Edge Sewer
- Tatami Sewing Machine Sewer
Related Jobs
- Tatami Craftsman
- Tatami Installer
- Tatami Manufacturer