🔨Eddie is an experienced carpenter in Japan, where the population of carpenters has significantly decreased.
🚪She runs her own carpentry business, specializing in renovating stores and houses.
👩🔧Eddie is one of the rare female carpenters in Japan, making up only 4.2% of all carpenters.
🌟She actively mentors and empowers other female artisans in the construction field.
🗓️Eddie's day is filled with planning projects, working at construction sites, and managing her team.
What are some challenges Eddie faced as a female carpenter?
—Eddie faced ridicule from her male co-workers and experienced clients requesting to speak to male workers instead of her. It was challenging at first, but she persevered and now has her own successful carpentry company.
How does Eddie support and empower other female artisans?
—Eddie is part of an organization that aims to empower female artisans in the construction field. She creates a safe and comfortable working environment for everyone and continuously trains and mentors her own team.
What projects does Eddie undertake?
—Eddie's carpentry company specializes in renovating stores and houses. They handle tasks such as project planning, resourcing, and preparing codes for clients.
What makes Eddie's carpentry business unique?
—Eddie's carpentry business stands out because it is mostly led by female carpenters, which is rare in Japan. She focuses on providing a welcoming environment for everyone and delivering high-quality work.
What is Eddie's vision for the future?
—Eddie aims to continue expanding her carpentry business while empowering more female artisans in the construction field. She also plans to spread her passion for carpentry to a wider audience through various activities.
00:00Eddie, a Japanese carpenter, wakes up and prepares for work in her large house
01:33Eddie shares her journey of starting as a nutritionist student and ending up in carpentry
04:48Eddie arrives at the construction site and begins working with her team
07:47Eddie reflects on the challenges and rewards of being a female carpenter in a male-dominated industry
12:42Eddie visits a hardware shop to recalibrate her laser level and explore new tools
15:52Eddie has dinner with her team and discusses future projects
