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Ropunawa

Ropunawa is a Shibari instructor living in Basel, Switzerland. He has his own and unique style of rope bondage. Actually, he combines different styles of Shibari and the influence of different Shibari masters. Ropunawa’s rope journey began in 2008, when he encountered Shibari at a performance in Australia. His first learning was under Osada Steve’s…
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Fred Hatt

Fred Hatt is a shibari artist who is based in London, England. He is also the owner and founder of Anatomie Studio. Located in Peacham, many consider Anatomie Studio to be the first actual shibari studio in the UK. This studio is more of a school than anything else. It is devoted to the art…
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Shibari Rope Treatment: Making Your Ropes Soft and Fragrant

Shibari enthusiasts know that the quality of their ropes can make or break a session. Proper Shibari rope treatment is essential for creating a comfortable and enjoyable experience. This guide will walk you through the process of making your ropes soft, fragrant, and pleasant to use Here’s what we’ll cover: Why treat your Shibari ropes?…
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Make your Rope Look Good and Feel Good

Once you are into rope bondage or Shibari, it is very likely that you want a really nice rope. When the rope arrives, it will be a little stiff. I will give you some tips to make your rope look good and feel good. Remember this tip only applies to natural fibre ropes such as…
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Bunny by Daniel Kok and Luke George

Bunny by Daniel Kok and Luke George is a bondage performance event. It explores desire, trust, consent, responsibility, spectatorship, sexuality and power. Daniel Kok and Luke George are the artists in charge of exploring the delicate rules of submission and domination. For this purpose, they tie each other, as well asaudience members.Luke George grew up…
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Nawashi

Nawashi Nawashi, an essential term in the art of Shibari, refers to a skilled rope artist. While its literal translation is “maker of rope,” within the BDSM community, it signifies a “rope artist.” Nawashi possess profound knowledge of the history and erotic art of kinbaku, captivating enthusiasts with their mesmerizing creations. Becoming a Nawashi demands…
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Shibari from Brutality to Art

Japanese bondage has evolved over the centuries. This evolution has transformed Shibari from brutality to art. Shibari has its roots in hojojutsu, which is a Japanese Martial Art of the 16th century. Hojojustu teaches how to use ropes to capture and tie prisoners. Actually, it was a form of torture or punishment. Japan has the…
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Shibari the sacred bond

Shibari is the ancient Japanese art of bondage. But it is not just about knots. Actually, their practitioners consider Shibari the sacred bond. Kinbaku is a variation of Shibari, whichtakes the skill of tying into a more emotional and sensual direction. Shibari and Kinbaku are two of the most popular BDSM practices in Western culture.…
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Zee Maitri

Zee Maitri is a French artist, who learned the art of bondage in Tokyo. He is a recognized photographer, rigger and rope artist who resides in Paris and New York. Zee has been tying knots since he first learned to tie his shoes. And his passion is to travel around the world working on a…
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Nobuyoshi Araki

Nobuyoshi Araki is a contemporary Japanese photographer who is famous for his erotic imagery and prolific output. Nobuyoshi was born in Tokyo Japan, on Mary 25th, 1940. He studied photography at Chiba University and began pursuing his career as a commercial photographer in 1963. Nobuyoshi Araki lives in Tokyo, Japan, which has served him as…
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