Made-to-Order Production × 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.

49 jobs found.

Geta Sandal Maker

The geta sandal maker occupation primarily involves processing wood and attaching hanao (thongs) to manufacture traditional footwear known as geta.

Amagasa Bone Maker (Wagasa Manufacturing)

Traditional craft artisan who precisely shaves bamboo material using a lathe or hand tools and assembles the framework for wagasa.

Uchiwa Painting Worker

Artisan who applies base processing to washi uchiwa and meticulously draws traditional patterns or designs using paints and brushes.

Lacquer Top Coater

A profession that applies top coats of lacquer to the surfaces of wooden products and crafts, forming beautiful lacquer films to finish them.

Fan Rib Craftsman (Bamboo Made)

Traditional craft occupation that manufactures bamboo fan ribs (senkotsu). Performs the entire process consistently from bamboo material selection, splitting, bending, assembly, and finishing.

Hanging Scroll Production Worker

A profession that uses materials such as washi paper and silk to perform backing, mounting fabric attachment, and axis assembly for hanging scrolls, manufacturing the finished product.

Basket Weaver (Bamboo)

Artisan who handcrafts bamboo products such as baskets using bamboo splints. Produces daily necessities and decorative items while inheriting traditional techniques.

Cherry Bark Craftsman (Sakura Bark Craft)

Artisan who creates crafts such as vessels and decorative items using the bark of mountain cherry trees. Requires manual skills utilizing the properties of natural materials and finishing techniques such as lacquer coating.

Karaki Sashimono Artisan

Artisan who crafts furniture and decorative items using traditional Karaki joinery techniques. Performs joints, carvings, and finishing that leverage the properties of the wood.

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.