The psychology of bondage is both complex and fascinating. The first question could be why people do bondage and what exactly do they get from it? Well, Shibari has different aspects that are enjoyable, but not everyone is looking or getting the same things from bondage. As individuals, we react differently and have different expectations…
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Matthias Grimme was born in Hamburg, Germany on June 24th 1953. He is an author, publisher, photographer and rope artist whose stage name is Tatsu Otoko. He is the author of many articles about BDSM, fetishism, and bondage. Likewise, he is a publisher of sadomasochistic literature and magazines. Matthias Grimme is the author of Das…
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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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Shibari, the Japanese art of rope bondage, has long been associated with erotic practices. However, this intricate form of rope tying can also be enjoyed without any sexual elements. In this article, we’ll explore the world of non-sexual Shibari – its origins, benefits, and how to engage in it. Understanding Shibari’s Roots Shibari originated as…
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Shibari has become quite popular in the last few years. Every day, there are more people talking and writing about Shibari. But, is everything they say about Shibari correct? It is very important to have a correct idea of what Shibari is. Especially, since there are some frequent misconceptions or misunderstandings around Shibari. So, here…
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Jade Rope, founded in Australia, offers access to a wide range of rope for bondage enthusiasts. It is an online store that offers a diverse range of ropes, including hemp, jute, cotton and other natural fibre ropes, as well as many man-made and synthetic ropes. This online store wants to offer rope bondage practitioners exactly…
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“I’m feeling nervous about tying someone”. This is a common objection in Shibari. Read the article to find out how to overcome this fear. Tying someone might make you feel nervous because it’s your first time doing it for real. Or, perhaps, you are afraid that something might go wrong. Tying is about the sensory…
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Bondage is one of the buzzwords in the world of sex. It became more popular since the Fifty Shades of Grey phenomenon, in which the public interest in rope practices began growing and more couples than ever are engaging in everything that includes restraints to full time dominant/submissive relationships. In this article, you will find…
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Zetsu begins his rope journey in 2006 when he took his first trip to Tokyo. There, he took lessons on Kinbaku, the Japanese art of erotic rope bondage, with Osada Steve. After Zetsu took these lessons, he began to pursue the study of Japanese rope Bondage. Zetsu studied in Los Angeles and his frequent trips…
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LA Rope is a Shibari Dojo in Los Angeles, founded in 2011. LA Rope Dojo’s purpose is providing safe and traditional training in the Japanese art of Kinbaku. Its head instructor, Zetus, trained in Tokyo by the late Grandmaster Yukimura Haruki, is a certified instructor. Haru Yutaka, offers personal instruction in the art of Yukimura’s…
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