Traditional Crafts Knowledge × Weaknesses: Collaboration & Teamwork
Jobs Allowing Individual Focus Rather Than Teamwork
This collection features jobs that may suit those who prefer to work individually with focus rather than team collaboration.
The need for cooperation varies by occupation. Some jobs allow you to excel in environments where you can work independently at your own pace and concentrate deeply, rather than constantly working in teams. Additionally, in some fields, individual expertise and unique perspectives are valued.
What matters is finding an environment where you can maximize your concentration. The ability to produce results independently is also an important strength. The jobs introduced here offer possibilities to leverage such individual capabilities.
11 jobs found.
Uchiwa Frame Craftsman (Bamboo)
Craftsman who makes uchiwa frames (ribs) using bamboo as material. Manually performs processes from selecting bamboo, splitting, shaving, to finishing, creating the uchiwa frame.
Pattern Paper Engraver
Traditional craft artisan who precisely engraves Japanese patterns and designs onto paper stencils used in manufacturing processes such as dyeing and katazome.
Kiwamono Artisan (Doll Manufacturing)
A Kiwamono artisan (doll manufacturing) is a craftsman who uses materials such as clay and wooden molds to perform the entire process from doll prototype creation to coloring, assembly, and decoration.
Gold Leaf Processing Worker (Yuzen)
Traditional artisan occupation that applies gold leaf to yuzen-dyed textiles, adding gorgeous decorations to high-class kimonos and the like.
Go Board and Shogi Board Grid Line Worker
Artisan who accurately draws, engraves, and finishes grid lines on wooden go boards and shogi boards using lacquer.
Cloisonné Wire Setter
A traditional artisan who attaches metal wires to the base, applies enamel, fires it, and manufactures cloisonné decorative items.
Sand Craft Worker
Traditional craft artisan who sprinkles gold and silver powder on the surfaces of lacquerware and similar items to create intricate decorative patterns.
Tsuishu Manufacturer
Tsuishu manufacturers are traditional lacquerware artisans who layer red lacquer multiple times and carve the lacquer layers to create raised patterns.
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.