Sugiura Norio is a renowned Japanese photographer, celebrated for his exceptional kinbaku (rope bondage) imagery. Moreover, with a career spanning 45 years, he has become an icon in the world of erotic art photography. To begin with, let’s explore the life and work of this remarkable artist. In this article, we’ll cover: 1.Early Career and…
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Shibari, the ancient Japanese art of rope bondage, is gaining popularity as a unique method for stress relief. This practice, once confined to underground circles, is now being explored for its potential mental health benefits. Moreover, let’s dive into how Shibari for stress management works and why it might be worth considering. In this article,…
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Shibari is so beautiful and artistic that it has been studied by various photographers—and Agustin Tentesion knows it. In Spain, there are several photographers that are affectionate to this art, such as Tentesion himself. He is one of the most famous shibari photographers worldwide. Originally from Barcelona, he has been portraying fetichism and BDSM scenes…
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Rope bondage is about the erotics and its aesthetics, but it is also about shibari emotional management. As you might as well know from our previous entries, it is indispensable for anyone practicing shibari to become in contact with their emotions. And to do so in a healthy way. For this reason, we will explain…
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Shibari, the Japanese art of rope bondage, offers far more benefits than many realize. This ancient practice has evolved into a modern form of expression, connection, and personal growth. Let’s explore the unexpected advantages of engaging in shibari and how it can positively impact various aspects of your life. In this article, we’ll cover: Mindfulness…
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The shibari scene involves, at least, two people: the rope top or rigger, who is the dominant person performing the tying, and the rope bottom, the submissive tied person. Of course, these partners can always change the roles to make things even. Within this discipline, there is sometimes an audience attending. In contrast, sometimes the…
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Given that shibari involves tying your partner up in geometric patterns and shapes with rope, which is a very powerful experience, unravelling in shibari is crucial. When practicing this discipline, you create a beautiful decoration on the body of the other person. This action is about feeling empowered and getting in touch with your body—as…
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Shibari in Spain comes from the fascination for Japanese culture and fashion for sadomasochism. Now, this country practices the ancient art of sex with ropes. This discipline combines an ancient Japanese tradition with erotism linked to BDSM (Bondage, Domination, and Sado-Masochism). Shibari in Spain: the Beginnings We can trace its beginning to, at least, two…
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For some people, pain and pleasure are equals. Physiologically, endorphins and adrenaline are chemicals that make people feel good. Pain and Pleasure: Freud Sigmund Freud developed the pain pleasure principle, which suggests that people make choices to avoid or decrease pain. In contrast, people can make choices that create or increase pleasure. This principle explains…
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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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