People who love nature and are interested in plants and trees. Someone who enjoys learning about plants, insects, fungi, etc. In order to start your own business, it is important to have connections with gardens and landscaping companies, so you will also need to have good communication skills with people.

The main job of an arborist is to treat trees weakened by environmental pollution or pests. Arborists also transplant old trees when developing residential areas or clearing mountains, and participate as consultants in urban landscaping and greening projects. In addition to treatment, arborists prevent disease, protect and nurture trees, and work with a wide range of trees, from large trees and roadside trees to trees in ordinary homes.

No academic background is required to become an arborist, but it is necessary to have at least seven years of practical experience in the field of tree protection, management, diagnosis, and treatment. After that, they must pass a certification examination sponsored by the Japan Greenery Research and Development Center. The first step is to gain practical experience by working for a landscape gardening company or a university research institute. The "arborist" is a name-exclusive qualification whose trademark is registered by the Japan Greenery Research and Development Center, so one can call oneself an arborist only after passing the examination and being registered in each prefecture. The number of successful applicants for the exam is limited to about 120 each year, and the passing rate is only about 20%. Be prepared for the fact that it is difficult to pass the exam on the first try.

In order to enhance the arborist system, the "assistant arborist" certification was established to train the younger generation of arborists. Assistant arborist certification can be obtained by completing prescribed courses at a vocational school or university accredited by a training institution and graduating. Once qualified as an assistant arborist, a person can take the arborist examination if he or she has at least one year of work experience. The introduction of this system has opened the door to becoming an arborist at a young age.

Currently, there are not many cases where one can become an independent arborist, but there are an increasing number of workplaces where this qualification can be used, such as landscape gardening companies, agricultural and forestry organizations, university research institutes, and vocational schools. With global warming and environmental destruction progressing on a global scale, interest in trees is growing in terms of nature conservation. From trees in familiar parks to forests that cover nearly 70% of the nation's land, the protection and management of trees is an important issue for the future. The role of arborists with their expertise is expected to increase in the future.

If you work for a company, it depends on the company; it can range from 2 to 4 million yen per year for those in their 30s and 40s. Some companies offer an allowance if you have a "tree surgeon" certification.

It depends on the organization or company you work for. Freelancers are expected to work on the days they are requested to do so, and are likely to work on weekends and holidays.

Roads, parks, orchards, wooded areas, forests, and other wooded areas.

It's a chart that shows at a glance the main routes to a career as an arborist!