Handwork × Weaknesses: Collaboration & Teamwork

Jobs Allowing Individual Focus Rather Than Teamwork

This collection features jobs that may suit those who prefer to work individually with focus rather than team collaboration.

The need for cooperation varies by occupation. Some jobs allow you to excel in environments where you can work independently at your own pace and concentrate deeply, rather than constantly working in teams. Additionally, in some fields, individual expertise and unique perspectives are valued.

What matters is finding an environment where you can maximize your concentration. The ability to produce results independently is also an important strength. The jobs introduced here offer possibilities to leverage such individual capabilities.

24 jobs found.

Uchiwa Frame Craftsman (Bamboo)

Craftsman who makes uchiwa frames (ribs) using bamboo as material. Manually performs processes from selecting bamboo, splitting, shaving, to finishing, creating the uchiwa frame.

Pattern Paper Engraver

Traditional craft artisan who precisely engraves Japanese patterns and designs onto paper stencils used in manufacturing processes such as dyeing and katazome.

Woodcarver

A craftsman who creates three-dimensional sculptures such as decorative items, Buddhist statues, and objets d'art using wood and carving knives.

Osier (kiriu) Weaver

Wood product artisan who uses branches of willow known as osier (kiriu) to create baskets and interior decorations using traditional weaving techniques.

Willow Basket Manufacturer

A craftsman who weaves and manufactures baskets using willow as the material.

Craft Artist

A specialist profession that plans, creates, and presents functional or decorative crafts using diverse materials and techniques.

Coral Craftworker

Artisan who creates ornaments and crafts by handcrafting processes such as sculpting and polishing using coral as material.

Prayer Bead Stringer (Karaki Wood)

Craftsman who manually produces, finishes, and assembles Buddhist prayer beads using karaki wood.

Leather Tanner

A craftsman who tans raw hides with chemicals or plant tannins, performs dyeing and finishing processes, and manufactures leather for products such as shoes and bags.

Bamboo Weaver

Traditional craft artisan who designs and produces braided products such as baskets, containers, and interior goods by weaving bamboo as material.