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Most Common Japanese Terms in Shibari

Shibari is a Japanese art of restraint. Although it is known and practiced around the world, the original terminology is in Japanese. Therefore, you should familiarize yourself with its jargon. That’s why here we present the most common Japanese terms in Shibari. Asanawa – Rope made of bast fibre, typically from jute or hemp.Bakshi –…
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Western vs Japanese Bondage

Key Differences in Rope Styles and Culture Not all rope bondage is the same. Around the world, different traditions have shaped how people tie, why they tie, and what they hope to express. Two of the most influential styles are Western bondage and Japanese rope bondage, also known as Shibari or Kinbaku. While both involve…
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