Although these terms: Shibari, Kinbaku and Hojojutsu, are sometimes used indiscriminately, they represent different periods within the history of bondage. Knowing their meanings more precisely can lead to a greater understanding of bondage. If ropes are becoming your best friends, it is important that you know more about the terminology involved. Hojojutsu refers to the…
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A tie is a strong hug: it is an erotic conduction between two people. But why is immobilizing or restricting movement erotic? To begin with, for the tied person, the effect is partly physical. Think of the pressure of the ropes on sensitive points and erogenous zones: a soft or rough friction that depends on…
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Before learning about the agora shibari tie, know that rope bondage can be dangerous and you should not attempt it without proper training. Agura Shibari Tie – the Principle The Agura Shibari tie (Yukawaza) is a folded leg tie in which the person is in a folded-leg position in the style of a lotus flower.…
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In part 1 of BDSM for beginners, we have already elaborated on some of the crucial aspects of this practice. Now we come with new questions and clarifications. For instance, what does it mean to be dominant? BDSM for Beginners: the Dominant To begin with, you and your partner must first decide who is going…
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To begin with, Master Osada Steve was born in Germany. He became a Japanese Shibari artist, stage performer, and general educator. Moreover, he has lived in several regions of Asia spanning almost have a decade. Osada Steve and Shibari He developed a great passion for Japanese rope arts or bondage back in the 90s. He…
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Who is Andy Buru? During his time in Japan, Andy Buru became fascinated by the presence, passion and Zen in every one of life’s moments—a fascination he loves to share. Living in Stockholm, in Sweden, Andy Buru is a recognized teacher of European and Japanese rope bondage. He’s also a student of theatre, a medical…
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Located in the Montefiore neighborhood in Tel Aviv, in Israel, Morikai Studio was founded in 2018. A group of Shibari enthusiasts from the BDSM and kink community decided to create a friendly space for anyone to share their knowledge in Shibari. It was a place to teach and be taught, and practice, together. Since its…
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In the past few years, Breast Bondage has become more and more popular among Shibari practitioners. It is very common to find breast bondage images in the internet of breasts turning purple—and that doesn’t seem very safe. The link between breast bondage and cancer Other Shibari practitioners have become concerned about the trauma inflicted by…
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What is TheSpace2? TheSpace2 is Vancouver’s first dedicated rope studio for new practitioners to find their own approach to rope bondage in a positive and welcoming environment. It was founded by Barkas and Addie; Barkas runs the Kinbaku Dojo while Addie imparts the beginner, suspension, and self-suspension workshops. The philosophy of TheSpace2 Besides its founders, TheSpace2…
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Who is Barkas? Originally from Vienna, Barkas is a bondage educator, performance artist and writer who resides in Vancouver. He is the co-founder and caretaker of the Shibari studio TheSpace2, where he teaches and performs. He also imparts workshops, both locally and internationally. He has taken part in international events, such as Shibaricon, in Chicago;…
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