Made-to-Order Production × Career Path: Apprentice Artisan
6 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.
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.
Bamboo Sword Maker
A profession that crafts kendo shinai using moso bamboo through manual processes such as splitting bamboo, drying, polishing, braiding cords, and more.
Sedge Hat Processor
Traditional craft artisan who weaves hats by hand using natural materials such as sedge (suge).
Betrothal Gift Maker
Artisans and technicians who manufacture betrothal items such as mizuhiki, noshi, and betrothal money envelopes used in wedding betrothal ceremonies.
Wood Inlay Artisan
Traditional craftsperson who combines various pieces of wood and metal to apply geometric patterns to decorative items and furniture using yosegi inlay and zogan techniques.