Made-to-order production × Strengths: Physical Stamina & Endurance

For Those with High Physical Stamina & Endurance

This collection features jobs that may suit those who are relatively comfortable with physical work and sustaining activity for extended periods.

Physical stamina manifests in various ways. Some situations require standing for long hours, while others involve carrying heavy objects. Quick, burst movements may be needed, or endurance may be required. Additionally, mental stamina to maintain concentration for extended periods is also an important element alongside physical stamina.

The jobs introduced here tend to involve more opportunities to use your body or extended activity periods. Explore where you can utilize your stamina and endurance.

17 jobs found.

Amigasa maker

An amigasa maker is a craftsperson who weaves natural materials such as straw and bamboo splints to create traditional amigasa hats. The process from material selection, weaving, to finishing is performed entirely by hand.

Swordsmith

Traditional craftsman who produces and repairs metal swords such as Japanese swords consistently from forging to finishing.

Coffin assembly worker

A coffin assembly worker is a specialist who assembles wooden coffin components, installs hardware, performs joining, and completes them as products.

Osier (kiriu) Weaver

Wood product artisan who uses branches of willow known as osier (kiriu) to create baskets and interior decorations using traditional weaving techniques.

Offering Stand (kuge) Manufacturer

Craftsman skilled in designing, manufacturing, and finishing wooden offering stands (kuge) used in Shinto shrine rituals and ceremonies, using traditional woodworking techniques.

Fan rib manufacturing worker (bamboo-made)

Traditional manufacturing occupation that processes and shapes slender parts for fan ribs using bamboo as the material. Involves selecting split bamboo, grooving, drilling holes, polishing, and more.

Bamboo basket and sieve maker

A craftsman who uses bamboo as material and weaves bamboo products such as bamboo baskets and sieves using traditional techniques.

Bamboo Basket Maker

A craftsman who selects and processes bamboo materials, using weaving techniques to manufacture bamboo baskets. Inherits traditional techniques while producing products that combine functionality and design.

Tengujōshi Papermaker

Artisan who manufactures tengujōshi, a traditional Japanese thin paper.

Coppersmith

Traditional metalworking craft that shapes vessels by hammering copper sheets with tools such as hammers. Produces copper pots, decorative items, etc.