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.
20 jobs found.
Lantern pattern maker
Traditional craft artisan who applies patterns to washi paper lanterns using dyeing and painting.
Noh Costume Tailor
A profession requiring artisan skills to design, produce, and tailor traditional costumes (Noh costumes) used in Noh theater.
Bamboo bender (bamboo-made)
A profession that shapes bamboo material using steaming bending or splitting processes to manufacture curved surface components such as furniture parts and crafts.
Straw Mat Manufacturer
A profession that manufactures straw mats using igusa as raw material and hand-weaving techniques.
Bento basket (meshi kōri) edge weaver
The bento basket edge weaver is a traditional craft artisan who reinforces and decorates the rim of bento baskets (baskets) made of bamboo or wood by weaving bamboo splints or rattan splints.
Calligraphy Brush Maker
Artisan who manufactures calligraphy brushes using traditional methods. Handles everything from selecting hair material, bundling hair, processing the handle, shaping the hair, gluing, to finishing.
Heraldic Crest Painter
Heraldic crest painters are artisans and technicians who meticulously hand-draw family crests and coats of arms on various materials.
Raden (Raden) artisan
Traditional craft artisan who embeds shells into lacquer-coated surfaces for decoration.
Wagasa rib maker (bamboo)
Traditional craft occupation that handcrafts wagasa frames using bamboo as material.
Warasusa manufacturer
Artisan who uses braiding and weaving techniques with straw as raw material to manufacture straw mats (warasusa) for sudare blinds or andon lamps.