Traditional Craft Techniques × Strengths: Physical Stamina & Endurance
For Those with High Physical Stamina & Endurance
This collection features jobs that may suit those who are relatively comfortable with physical work and sustaining activity for extended periods.
Physical stamina manifests in various ways. Some situations require standing for long hours, while others involve carrying heavy objects. Quick, burst movements may be needed, or endurance may be required. Additionally, mental stamina to maintain concentration for extended periods is also an important element alongside physical stamina.
The jobs introduced here tend to involve more opportunities to use your body or extended activity periods. Explore where you can utilize your stamina and endurance.
25 jobs found.
Steamer Manufacturing Worker
Steamer manufacturing workers process bamboo or wood to manufacture cooking steamers (seiro).
Dye Worker (Igusa and Straw Dyeing)
Artisan who immerses natural materials such as igusa and straw in dye, handling everything from coloring to drying and finishing. Uses traditional techniques to fix colors on raw materials for tatami facing and handicrafts.
Bamboo Spinning Top Maker
Artisan who processes bamboo material to manufacture traditional handmade bamboo spinning tops (bamboo koma).
Bamboo Broom Maker
A profession that processes bamboo materials, braids and binds them into cleaning brooms, and finishes them.
Woodcarver (Wood Product Manufacturing)
Artisan who creates three-dimensional sculptures and reliefs using carving knives and chisels with wood as material.
Hand-Beaten Cord Maker
A job that processes fibers such as hemp, cotton, and silk into cord shapes by beating or twisting them together using manual labor or simple tools.
Hand Weaver
Hand weavers use manual looms or handwork to interweave threads and produce fabric, manufacturing high-value textiles using traditional techniques.
Rope Maker (Straw-made)
Traditional manufacturing technician who twists straw together to produce ropes.
農鍛冶職
Traditional manufacturing occupation that forges, produces, and repairs farm tools and agricultural implements from metals such as iron.
Wooden Bathtub Maker
A profession that manufactures wooden bathtubs. Performs material selection, processing, assembly, finishing, and waterproofing by hand.