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Which Rope is Best for Shibari?

When it comes to shibari, the type of rope you use matters greatly. But which rope is best for shibari? There is no definitive answer, as the ideal rope depends on various factors like materials, construction, and personal preferences. This comprehensive guide will help you navigate the different options to find the rope best suited…
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Shibari Nylon Rope: Exploring the Versatility

Shibari, the captivating art of Japanese rope bondage, offers practitioners a world of possibilities when it comes to rope selection. One material that has gained significant popularity, particularly among Western shibari enthusiasts, is the versatile shibari nylon rope. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into the allure, characteristics, and considerations of using nylon ropes to…
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Hemp Rope

Hemp rope is commonly in Japanese shibari. People refer to this type of rope as asanawa, which translates to”hemp rope”: “asa” (hemp) and “nawa” (rope). Japanese Shibari avoids synthetic ropes, so they normally use yute or hemp ones. Contrastingly, Western rope bondage uses some synthetic types such as nylon. In addition, they also employ cotton…
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Cotton Rope

Cotton rope is one of the most common types of ropes in Shibari. Although this is Japanese, cotton rope is not for Japanese shibari; rather, it is frequently for the Western version. The material of the rope varies in the style of shibari you will be practicing. This material is usually the most recommended rope…
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Yute Rope (Jupe Rope)

Yute Rope (or jute) is made from soft plant fibre. This kind of ropes is slightly rough to the tact, but it is lightweight and durable too. Yute’s sacred place in the vast world of bondage has its roots in shibari or kinkabu, the Japanese art of rope bondage. Shibari started in Japan a long…
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Shibari Rope Care Essential Guide

Shibari rope care is crucial for maintaining the quality and longevity of your bondage equipment. This guide will walk you through the essential steps to keep your ropes in top condition. From cleaning to storage, we’ll cover everything you need to know to ensure your Shibari ropes remain safe and enjoyable to use. In this…
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Twisted Monk Ropes

The one and only. The classic. Twisted Monk has been around since 2004 and has stood out for the quality of their ropes from the very beginning. You can find pretty much any kind of rope for Shibari that you are looking for ranging from hemp to cotton to POSH (spun polyester). Granted, they are…
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