Traditional Crafts 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.
27 jobs found.
Tsuishu Manufacturer
Tsuishu manufacturers are traditional lacquerware artisans who layer red lacquer multiple times and carve the lacquer layers to create raised patterns.
Coater (Lacquer: Lacquerware Manufacturing)
Specialist in the lacquerware manufacturing process who applies multiple layers of lacquer to wooden bases and other substrates, repeating polishing and drying to achieve beautiful gloss and durability.
Doll Dresser
Artisan who beautifully dresses Japanese dolls and hina dolls with kimono and obi sashes. Requires intricate sewing skills and traditional dressing techniques.
Hamaya Manufacturer
Hamaya manufacturers handcraft hamaya arrows, used as lucky charms at shrines, using wood, feathers, and decorations.
Brush Maker
Artisans who produce writing brushes for calligraphy, painting, makeup, etc. They manually handle everything from selecting hair materials, shaping the tips, processing and assembling shafts, to finishing.
Maki-e Decorator (Ceramics Manufacturing)
Traditional craft artisan who decorates the surface of ceramics using lacquer to apply gold powder or gold leaf.
Ranma Craftsman (Ranma Manufacturing)
Ranma craftsmen produce ranma, interior decorative components of buildings, using manual labor or machines from timber selection through carving, kumiko assembly, and finishing. They utilize traditional techniques to provide products that combine aesthetic design and functionality.