Willow wicker trunk manufacturer
きやなぎこうりせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that weaves willow wicker (yanagi kōri) to manufacture baskets and trunks for clothing storage.
Description
The willow wicker trunk manufacturer primarily uses willow branches as material to produce woven trunks and baskets. They handle everything from raw material selection and preprocessing (peeling bark, drying) to weaving, finishing with painting or lacquering, hardware attachment, drying, and inspection. While inheriting traditional techniques, they also adjust designs and sizes to fit modern lifestyles, aiming to balance quality and aesthetics.
Future Outlook
Demand for traditional crafts is influenced by changes in tourism and interior needs, but aging artisans make succession efforts crucial. The market size is gradually shrinking.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands, good at detailed work / Excellent aesthetic sense / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Individual workshop / Traditional craft production area employment / Workshop employment
Career Path
Apprentice craftsman → Craftsman (specialist) → Skilled craftsman → Workshop owner or independent
Required Skills
Hardware attachment technique / Painting finish / Weaving technique / Willow material selection and preprocessing
Recommended Skills
Blueprint creation / Color sense / Sketching and design basics
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because the precision of fine weaves and finishes directly affects the quality of the work. |
| Creativity & Ideation | To devise unique designs and decorations. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves prolonged physical labor and standing work, requiring stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Size and quantity calculations are basic, and advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
Aliases
- Wicker trunk craftsman
- Willow wicker craftsman
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