Dexterous Hands Skilled in Fine Work × Career Path: Independent Business
17 jobs found.
Tabi Maker
Manufacturing job that cuts, sews, and finishes tabi, traditional Japanese split-toe socks, from fabric.
Chitsu (Chitsu) Manufacturing Worker
Artisan who manufactures chitsu to protect books and scrolls. Uses washi paper and cloth for mounting processing to beautifully and safely store works and documents.
Metallic Thread Manufacturer
Artisans who twist metal wires together to manufacture decorative gold and silver threads. Using manual work or specialized machines, they adjust the twist strength and luster of the threads, supplying high-value materials for textiles and embroidery.
Leather Joiner
A leather joiner is a skilled worker who joins leather components using adhesives or stitching when manufacturing leather products such as shoes and bags. They apply adhesive, align components, and finish with pressing or hand sewing to ensure the product's strength and appearance.
Mounting Artisan (Hyōgu)
Traditional craftsperson who uses washi paper or fabric to decorate and reinforce artworks such as hanging scrolls, screens, and frames, shaping them for preservation and display.
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.
Gemstone Polisher
Specialist who precisely polishes rough stones or cut gem materials to maximize the luster and brilliance of gems.