Traditional Craft Techniques × Strengths: Creativity & Ideation

For Those Strong in Creativity & Ideation

This collection features jobs that may suit those who are relatively comfortable generating new ideas and concepts.

Creativity holds value not only in artistic fields but in all kinds of work. Both small ideas that improve existing methods and entirely new concepts are expressions of creativity. Additionally, some deepen their thinking alone, while others develop ideas through dialogue with others.

The jobs introduced here tend to offer more opportunities to utilize new ideas. Explore how your creativity can flourish.

9 jobs found.

Ichii Yew Wood Craftsman

Traditional woodworking craftsman who meticulously crafts artisanal products and ornaments using Ichii yew wood.

Furniture Manufacturing Worker (Bamboo-made)

Occupation of manufacturing furniture using bamboo as material. Handles processes from selection of bamboo material to processing, assembly, and finishing.

Leather Zori Maker

Leather zori makers are artisans who produce leather zori using traditional techniques. They perform all processes from cutting to sewing, sole attachment, and finishing by hand.

Willow Basket Manufacturer

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

Woodcarver (Wood Product Manufacturing)

Artisan who creates three-dimensional sculptures and reliefs using carving knives and chisels with wood as material.

Hand Weaver

Hand weavers use manual looms or handwork to interweave threads and produce fabric, manufacturing high-value textiles using traditional techniques.

Feather Craftsman

Artisan who selects, processes, and combines feathers by hand to create ornaments and crafts. Requires delicate techniques and design skills.

Gilding Artist

Traditional manufacturing occupation that applies gold decorations to craft items such as lacquerware and ceramics.

Straw Hat Manufacturer

A profession that handcrafts hats using natural materials such as straw or water plants, from braiding to forming and finishing.