Urushi Sap Collection Worker
うるしさいしゅさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Occupations
- Middle : Forestry Occupations
- Minor : Other Forestry Occupations
Summary
A forestry worker who collects sap from lacquer trees to secure raw lacquer material.
Description
Urushi sap collection workers are specialized workers who make incisions in the bark of lacquer trees (Urushi family) using prescribed methods to collect sap (lacquer). They perform the work while adjusting the depth and angle to avoid damaging the trees, and accumulate the collected lacquer in storage containers. Timing and procedures that consider temperature and humidity are important to maintain lacquer quality. The work is mainly outdoors, influenced by seasons and weather, and they take on the role of stably supplying raw materials for traditional crafts.
Future Outlook
Aging and successor shortages are progressing, leading to a decreasing number of workers. Demand as a raw material for traditional crafts remains stable, but sustainable supply requires human resource development and efficiency improvements.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Forestry Worker → Forest Management Engineer → Traditional Craft Raw Material Procurement Officer
Required Skills
Bark Peeling / Blade Handling / Safety Techniques for Heights and Slopes / Seasonal Climate Judgment
Recommended Skills
Basic Forestry Knowledge / Basic Safety and Health Knowledge / First Aid Knowledge / Lacquer Processing Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to accurately adjust the position and depth of incisions in the bark. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of outdoor work and frequent physically demanding movement. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work is routine and requires little creative thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical calculations are not required. |
Aliases
- Lacquer Sap Collection Worker
- Lacquer Scraping Worker
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