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Jibaku

Within the intricate world of Shibari, an art form that seamlessly blends ropes and aesthetics, emerges the enigmatic practice of Jibaku – the art of tying oneself. Initially daunting, this practice harbors a simplicity that unveils itself to those possessing adept hands and arms, combined with a commitment to proper technique. A Journey Within Jibaku,…
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Gote Takatekote

Gote Takatekote is the principal tying technique used in Kinbaku. It can be the basis for many different knots. If you want to be a proficient top, you should dominate this technique. Gote is a word that indicates that the rigger ties the bottom’s hands behind the back. On the other hand, Takate refers to…
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Fake Rigger

As with clothes, watches, lawyers, doctors, and everything else, there are also falsifications in Shibari. One of the most harmful ones, and unfortunately a very common one, is the fake rigger: the person who pretends to be a skillful and caring top, but, in reality, is nothing more than a selfish reckless bastard. The main…
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Semenawa

In a Shibari context, Semenawa us defined as a form of erotic torment using ropes. It is the sadistic extreme of Shibari. Therefore, it uses uncomfortable, scratchy ropes, such as palm hemp. In Semenawa, knots are usually tighter, in order to create compression. Additionally, friction and pain are also deliberate in this form of Shibari.…
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Pink Film

A Pink film is a Japanese softcore film which frequently shows Shibari and Kinbaku. Production of pink films began after World War II and reached their peak in the 70s. They are not pornographic because Japanese regulations forbid to show genitalia on screen. Consequently, Pink films are a lot more playful and erotic, since they…
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Aftercare

Just as it is rude to fall asleep right after sex, it is not right to end a Shibari scene just by untying your partner in silence and then saying goodbye in a hurry. A Shibari scene, even a simple one, is an intense experience, both physically and emotionally. Therefore, it is important to take…
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Breach of consent

Even the most careful and caring participants in a Shibari scene can make mistakes. Breach of consent is the accidental violation of something that participants previously agreed during the negotiation. It is different from predatory behavior, since it is accidental and not deliberate. Breach of consent can be either the rigger’s or the bottom’s responsiblity.…
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Safety

Safety is essential for any Shibari scene. Shibari implies risk. Even the most experienced practitioners face unexpected situations and accidents from time to time. Consequently, it is important to put safety as one of the top priorities when practicing Shibari. Safety involves three elements: risk awareness before the scene, precautions during the scene, and what…
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Predatory Behavior

Predatory behavior is a term to define those who abuse their role as riggers. It also includes those who take advantage of the vulnerability of the person tied. Most Shibari and BDSM practitioners are responsible people who want to enjoy an alternative sexual lifestyle, without harming anyone. However, as in any activity, there will always…
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Submission

Submission is usually understood as a state of powerlessness or weakness. However, when developed within a context of consent, submission has a very different meaning. Actually, erotic submission, such as the one we find in Shibari scenes, requires great strength, for a weak person would never be able to assume a position of vulnerability, and…
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