Traditional Craft Knowledge × 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.
44 jobs found.
Geta Sandal Maker
The geta sandal maker occupation primarily involves processing wood and attaching hanao (thongs) to manufacture traditional footwear known as geta.
Amagasa Bone Maker (Wagasa Manufacturing)
Traditional craft artisan who precisely shaves bamboo material using a lathe or hand tools and assembles the framework for wagasa.
Saddlebag (Annou) Manufacturer
A profession that manufactures saddlebags used as horse tack using leather and hardware.
Rush Grass (Igusa) Weaver
Artisan who weaves tatami facing using rush grass. Combines traditional hand-weaving techniques with machine operation to manufacture tatami facing for homes and stores.
Rush Grass Basket Weaver
Traditional handicraft occupation that weaves baskets and small items using rush grass as the main material.
Igusa Product Manufacturer
An occupation that processes and manufactures various products such as tatami goza, mats, baskets, etc., using igusa as the raw material.
Raft Builder (Lumberyard)
A craftsman who combines logs, secures them with ropes or metal fittings to build rafts, primarily used for transportation on rivers or lakes and traditional events.
Lacquer Worker
Traditional craft artisan who applies lacquer to wooden or bamboo utensils, dries, polishes, and decorates them to produce lacquerware.
Urushi Undercoating Worker
A profession that applies urushi undercoating (base coating) to wooden products or lacquerware, preparing surface durability and finish.
Oke Barrel Repair Worker
Specialist occupation that repairs and restores wooden oke barrels and tubs used in sake brewing and soy sauce production industries, recovering their functionality.