Woodworking × Career Path: Traditional Craftsman
19 jobs found.
Shinto-Buddhist Altar Joiner
A craftsman who produces wooden products such as Shinto and Buddhist implements and altars used in shrines and temples, using joinery techniques and traditional finishing processes.
Abacus Maker
Abacus makers are artisans who process materials such as wood and resin into the traditional calculating tool known as the abacus, handling bead forming, polishing, assembly, painting, and adjustment.
Bamboo Chair Maker
A profession that utilizes the characteristics of bamboo, handling everything from the design to material processing, assembly, and finishing of bamboo chairs.
Walking Stick Craftsman
Craftsman who designs, processes, and finishes wooden or metal walking sticks and canes. Handles everything from material selection to assembly, polishing, painting, and decoration.
Sword Scabbard Maker
Traditional craft artisan who handles the design, crafting, and finishing of sword scabbards in an integrated manner. Manages everything from wood selection to lacquering and decoration, protecting the blade and enhancing its aesthetic appeal.
Inlay (Hame) Woodworker
A craftsman who precisely cuts and processes various woods to manufacture decorative inlay (wooden inlay) products.
Buddhist Altar Craftsman (Wooden)
Occupation of crafting parts and decorative items for Buddhist altars and implements using wood.
Masu Maker (Wooden)
Artisan who processes wood to manufacture masu used as measuring containers. Combines traditional techniques with precise handwork to pursue quality and texture.
Japanese Traditional Boat Builder
Artisan who designs, builds, and finishes traditional Japanese boats using wood. Handles processing and assembly of frames and hull planks, as well as waterproofing and painting.