During an intense Shibari scene a bottom can experience what is now called “subspace,” an intense physical and emotional response to the experience of the scene. Physiologically, it is the result of the segregation of adrenaline and hormones as a response to the intense sensations of pain and pleasure. Emotionally, it implies a complete involvement…
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In Shibari, Etsugyaku is the ideal of pleasure and pain. Even though for the Western mentality pain and pleasure are opposites, for the Japanese tradition you can actually combine them to create something bigger. As in all BDSM practices, pain is not an end in itself, but rather a necessary state to reach the highest…
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Vanilla and Kinki are not opposites, but rather the extremes of a continuous that go from the more conventional kind of sex practices to the weirdest. It is important that you know them, so that you can enjoy a wider diversity in your intimate life. Vanilla means normal. Now, remember that the definition of normal…
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Exploring the intricate world of shibari, the Japanese art of decorative rope bondage? Mastering the terminology is crucial. This beginner’s guide covers essential shibari terms every practitioner should know for clear communication during rope scenes and bondage play. This article covers: Introduction to Shibari Ties and Positions Fundamental Rope Terminology Other Key Shibari Terms As…
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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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Shibari is the traditional Japanese art of bondage. However, it has been enriched with other cutlural apporaches. Therefore, it is important to know the most common non-Japanese terminology in Shibari. Consequently, any rope lover who enters the Shibari world needs to learn the terminology used. The most common non-Japanese Terms in Shibari are the following:-Anchor…
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There are plenty of misconceptions about shibari, as you can already tell from our entry on its myths. In the following paragraphs we will further the examples on how people assume certain characteristics of this practice. The reason to do so is for you to be as well-versed in this universe as possible so you…
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