Workshop Employment × 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.

388 jobs found.

Loom Worker (Oshima Tsumugi Manufacturing)

Skilled artisan who operates looms for Oshima Tsumugi, using mud-dyed weft threads to weave intricate kasuri patterns.

Shakuhachi Maker

Craftsman who makes shakuhachi, a bamboo vertical flute. Handles everything from material selection through processing to finishing adjustments consistently by hand.

Jewelry Manufacturer

Technical profession handling prototype creation to finishing of precious metals and jewelry. Manufactures accessories and decorative items through high-precision manual work.

Handicraft Worker

A profession that handcrafts fiber products such as knitting, embroidery, lace, etc., using handicraft materials by hand.

Handmade Lace Worker

A profession that handcrafts delicate lace products from thread using needles, crochet hooks, shuttles, etc.

Prayer Bead Stringer (Karaki Wood)

Craftsman who manually produces, finishes, and assembles Buddhist prayer beads using karaki wood.

Shuro Broom Maker

Shuro broom makers are artisans and technicians who handcraft brooms using fibers from the shuro palm.

Shunkei Lacquer Craftsman

Shunkei lacquer craftsmen apply transparent lacquer coatings to wood products, enhancing aesthetics and durability in this Japanese traditional craft occupation.

Shogi Piece Woodworker

Traditional craft artisan who handcrafts shogi pieces from rough shaping to carving, polishing, and lacquering.

Shokon Indigo Dyer

Artisan who uses natural indigo dye to dye cloth and yarn into a deep indigo color (shokon ai).