Loom Worker (Oshima Tsumugi Manufacturing)
しめきこう（おおしまつむぎせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Skilled artisan who operates looms for Oshima Tsumugi, using mud-dyed weft threads to weave intricate kasuri patterns.
Description
Loom workers precisely set cotton or silk yarns on looms for Oshima Tsumugi, weaving patterns created by mud dyeing and ikat techniques. They adjust warp and weft tension to reproduce fine kasuri motifs. During work, they perform quality inspections to remove defects. They also handle regular machine maintenance and adjustments using tools. Requires inheritance of traditional craft techniques and high concentration.
Future Outlook
While facing successor shortages and aging, the market is maintained to some extent through re-evaluation of craft demand and high value-added products for tourists. Challenges include skill inheritance and branding.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Artisan / Factory / Full-time / Shift / Workshop Employment
Career Path
Apprentice → Artisan → Lead Artisan → Workshop Manager → Traditional Craftsman → Independent/Workshop Establishment
Required Skills
Kasuri Pattern Alignment Technique / Loom Operation / Machine Maintenance / Quality Inspection / Warp and Weft Preparation
Recommended Skills
Basics of Dyeing and Weaving / Color Sense / Tool Usage / Traditional Craft Theory
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Need to accurately reproduce intricate patterns. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves long hours of standing work and handling heavy yarns. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Mainly individual work with little interaction with multiple people. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | No need for advanced mathematical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Traditional Craftsman
Aliases
- Oshima Tsumugi Weaver
- Tsumugi Weaver Artisan
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- Dyer
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