Tsuishu Wood Carver
ついしゅるいもくじちょうこくこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A Tsuishu wood carver is a craftsman skilled in the traditional craft technique of applying multiple layers of lacquer to a wood base and then carving patterns with a carving knife.
Description
A Tsuishu wood carver applies preparatory treatment to the wood bases of wooden vessels or decorative items, layers on lacquer dozens of times, carves motifs with a carving knife afterward, and performs polishing and finishing. High skill and precise manual work are required for both lacquer coating and carving, including selecting tools suited to the vessel's shape, managing drying, and consistently handling finishing polishing. In addition to reproducing traditional motifs, applications to modern designs are increasing, and besides working in workshops or as individual sole proprietors, they supply products to traditional craft exhibitions and high-end markets.
Future Outlook
Although the number of practitioners is declining due to falling birthrates, aging population, and shortage of successors, stable demand is expected owing to growing interest in traditional crafts and expansion of the high-end craft market.
Personality Traits
Excellent Aesthetic Sense / High Concentration / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Freelance / Made-to-Order Production / Solo Workshop / Workshop Employment
Career Path
Apprentice Craftsman → Craftsman → Workshop Head → Traditional Craftsman → Instructor
Required Skills
Carving Knife Handling / Design (Pattern Creation) / Lacquer Coating Technique / Polishing Finishing Technique / Wood Base Treatment
Recommended Skills
Color Sense / Quality Control / Sales Skills / Wood Properties Understanding
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because intricate carving techniques are required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Required to devise original motifs and designs. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because acquiring traditional techniques and introducing new methods are necessary. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Involves mostly individual work with little large-scale communication. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Complex mathematical analysis is not required. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Involves mostly individual work, with limited team collaboration. |
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