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Within the captivating world of bondage, the terms Shibari, Kinbaku, and Hojojutsu are often used interchangeably. However, understanding their distinct historical contexts can provide deeper insights into the art of restraint. If you find yourself drawn to the allure of ropes, it’s essential to grasp the terminology involved and explore the various forms of this…
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Wari is an intuition of the most appropriate element for a specific situation in a bondage scene. As Kinbaku master Nureki says: “So many women, so many ways of Kinbaku”. This means that a rigger should never act unimaginatively, according to a formula. Rather, he must look for the one most appropriate element to include…
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Japanese rope bondage started with Hojojutsu, which is a military form of torture, humiliation, and restraint. Hojojutsu evolved into Shibari, which is the art of rope bondage for aesthetic purposes. Kinbaku, on the other hand, is more directly connected to sexuality, although it doesn’t always end up with sexual intercourse. In any case, it can…
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