Back on the Ropes is a 2009 book by The Knotty Boys, which is the name that professional riggers JD and Dan use when they work as a duo. Its subtitle is “a step-by-step, illustrated guide for tying sensual and decorative rope bondage.” In other words, this book can be helpful for both Shibari and…
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As Kinky as You Wanna Be is a very interesting book written by Shanna Germain with the collaboration of several guest authors. It offers a unique combination of advice, interviews, and fiction. That makes up for a reading experience that turns into a complete immersion in the world of kink. Interviewees include experts such as…
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Safety Guidelines for Bondage is a small book. La Quarta Corda (The Fourth Rope) prepared it, and it is freely available online. Its purpose is to provide bondage practitioners with a clear guide for all the safety precautions to take before, during, and after a Shibari scene. It begins by stating that, even though Shibari…
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Shibari Everything You Want to Know About Japanese Bondage is a short, illustrated guide written by Japanese master Seito Saiki. It offers step by step instructions on how to do all the basic ties a Shibari practitioner must know. It is a short, practical book that works as a perfect guide for anyone who is…
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As its name implies, More Shibari You Can Use is a follow up to Shibari You Can Use, the previous book on rope bondage by Lee Harrington. Once again RiggerJay collaborates as the illustrator. Whereas the first book was an introduction to Shibari and an exploration of the different types of ties, this book offers…
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Shibari You Can Use, written by Lee Harrington in collaboration with RiggerJay, who provides the photographs that illustrate the book, is great book on Shibari. Lee Harrington is a sexual educator with over a dozen books under his belt. He tours internationally, giving seminars on diverse erotic topics, and is one of the most recognized…
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The Ultimate Guide to Bondage is a book written in 2013 by Mistress Couple. It offers a fun and exciting view of a practice that is becoming more and more popular. And, as any good book dealing with bondage, it begins with a warning about the risks involved. The author, who writes under the pseudonym…
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The Essence of Shibari is a book that presents itself with a mark of authority. Its author is a Japanese master in the art of rope bondage. It also offers a contemporary view of Shibari because it dates from 2013. It offers a serious and thorough approach to Shibari. Unsurprisingly, it begins with a warning…
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There are many books about Shibari. If you feel interested in this practice, either for its aesthetic or its erotic value, here are some recommendations. Shibari in Japanese means “to tie”. Shibari comes from Hojo Jutsu, which is the martial art of restraining captives, used by the samurais. Hojo Jutsu was a form of imprisonment…
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The Japanese Rope Kamasutra brings together centuries of tradition with modern artistic expression. This groundbreaking illustrated book showcases 48 traditional positions through the lens of Japanese rope art. Moreover, it bridges cultural perspectives by combining artistic sophistication with practical guidance. In this article, you’ll discover: Meet the Creator: Marc’s Journey into Rope Art Marc has…
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