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What you get from Shibari

What you get from Shibari, like everything in life, depends on the motive and intention behind your practice. There are a lot of misconceptions about Shibari. They say it is only about sex, violent, degrading, or even a form of torture! However, you will definitely find some benefits from Shibari. Practicing Shibari will give you…
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LA Kink Pride

LA Kink Pride is an online virtual celebration for GLBTQ+ workshops, events, vendors, local food and bar deliveries. In which they prioritize GLBTQ+ presenters and business owners, but also include their allies.LA Kink Pride’s mission is to keep the party going with the best virtual connection among like-minded people. It is an event only available…
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How to Practice Shibari

Shibari is a BDSM practice, also known as Japanese Rope Bondage or Kinbaku, which means tying. It is a sexual practice which provides a great opportunity for healthy communication, trust, and spice with your partner, or a better self-awareness if you do it without a partner. Shibari began as a military restraint technique, but it…
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Pride-Focused Bondage Line-up

Shibari Study announces pride-focused bondage line-up, to take place in June with several events and workshops. Shibari Study is the leader in online rope education. Here, you can learn all types of bondage, casual, artistic and erotic bondage. Moreover, you can design your own practice and receive a comprehensive introduction to the art of Shibari.…
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Shibari Photography: The Art of Capturing Beauty in Bondage

Shibari photography is a captivating art form that combines the ancient Japanese practice of rope bondage with modern visual storytelling. This unique genre offers photographers a chance to explore themes of trust, vulnerability, and artistic expression. Let’s delve into the world of Shibari photography and discover its key elements. In this article, we’ll cover: Understanding…
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Rope Practice or Rope Lab

Shibari is an ancient form of artistic Japanese rope bondage. It is a modern practice that involves tying people with rope. Shibari has evolved into many different branches and practices and has become something that people can use for artistic expression or self-care. Rope Practice or Rope Lab has become very popular in the last…
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How to Finish Shibari Rope Ends: A Beginner’s Guide

Finishing your shibari rope ends is a crucial step in rope preparation. There are several methods to choose from, each with its own benefits. In this guide, we’ll explore the most popular techniques to finish shibari rope ends, helping you make an informed decision for your rope work. Main topics we’ll cover: Why finishing rope…
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Minimalist Shibari

Minimalism is keeping things simple. It usually comes with the quote “Less is more” by the architect Mies Van Der Rohe. Although originally referred to architecture, it is used today generically in the world of arts and design. The more thing it contains, the busier the artwork will be. In Shibari or Rope Bondage rope…
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Watani Kiyoshi

Watani Kiyoshi was born in 1903 in Japan. He was a prolific author who wrote and studied Japanese martial arts. He focused on Kobudo, also known as the traditional martial art in Japan. Watani was an excellent investigator of the traditional martial arts in Japan. You can find all the information he found in some…
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Traditional Japanese Sitting Positions in Shibari

Posture, Presence, and Cultural Awareness In Japanese rope bondage (Shibari or Kinbaku), posture matters. How you sit can affect your breath, mindset, and connection with your partner. Many riggers and bottoms alike use traditional Japanese sitting positions during a scene—whether during preparation, stillness, or formal moments of connection. This guide introduces eight traditional Japanese sitting…
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