Talisman Seller (Shrines, Temples)
おふだうりにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Sales and Marketing Occupations
- Middle : Sales-Related Occupations
- Minor : Other Sales-Related Occupations
Summary
A profession at shrines or temples' omamori counters, selling and distributing talismans, amulets, and other granted items, providing explanations and customer service to worshippers.
Description
Talisman sellers at shrines and temples' omamori counters sell and distribute talismans, amulets, ema vow plaques, fortune slips, etc., to worshippers. They manage inventory and displays, handle money transactions, provide customer service and explanations to worshippers, and guide on religious significance and usage. During busy periods such as New Year's first visits or festivals, many worshippers visit, requiring quick and polite responses.
Future Outlook
While an aging population and shortage of religious activity practitioners are concerns, demand from worshippers and tourists remains steady, with stable job opportunities depending on the region and size of the temple or shrine. With the recovery of inbound tourism, the importance of multilingual support may increase.
Personality Traits
Amiable / Attentive to Details / Calm / Polite and Courteous
Work Style
Career Path
Part-time / Part-time → Shrine Office Staff → Shrine Maiden / Head Shrine Maiden → Shinto Priest / Buddhist Priest (Promoted from Shrine Office Staff) → Head Priest / Abbot
Required Skills
Customer Service Manners / Knowledge of Granted Items / Money Handling / Understanding of Religious Rites
Recommended Skills
Bookkeeping / English (Daily Conversation) / POS Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | High communication skills are needed for polite explanations and customer service to worshippers. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Sales work at shrine or temple omamori counters does not require advanced analysis. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly routine tasks, with little need for generating new ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only everyday money handling and simple calculations are required, with no need for advanced numerical skills. |
Aliases
- Omamori Counter Staff
Related Jobs
- Shrine Maiden
- Shrine Office Staff
- Temple Staff