Washi × Weaknesses: Numerical & Quantitative Analysis

Jobs Utilizing Other Abilities with Less Numerical Work

This collection features jobs that may suit those who prefer to work utilizing language and interpersonal skills rather than working with numbers.

The need for mathematical thinking varies by occupation. Many jobs value other abilities - language skills, interpersonal abilities, sensitivity, creativity - more than numbers and calculations. Additionally, in some fields, qualitative judgment and understanding of human relationships are the most valuable assets.

What matters is finding an environment where you can utilize your strengths. Various abilities beyond numbers also hold important value in society. The jobs introduced here offer possibilities to leverage such diverse strengths.

14 jobs found.

Fusuma Paster

Traditional craftsmanship of pasting materials such as washi paper or cloth onto fusuma (sliding door) frames to serve as room partitions and decorations indoors.

Mitsumata (Mitsumata) Bark Stripping Worker (Papermaking)

Artisan who strips the bark from mitsumata and prepares raw materials for washi paper.

Mitsumata (みつまた) Bark Stripper (Forestry)

Specialized forestry occupation that manually peels bark from mitsumata logs and prepares traditional papermaking raw materials such as washi.

Wagasa Painter

Specialist who draws and colors traditional patterns on wagasa using brushes and pigments.