Japanese bondage has evolved over the centuries. This evolution has transformed Shibari from brutality to art. Shibari has its roots in hojojutsu, which is a Japanese Martial Art of the 16th century. Hojojustu teaches how to use ropes to capture and tie prisoners. Actually, it was a form of torture or punishment. Japan has the…
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Shibari is the ancient Japanese art of bondage. But it is not just about knots. Actually, their practitioners consider Shibari the sacred bond. Kinbaku is a variation of Shibari, whichtakes the skill of tying into a more emotional and sensual direction. Shibari and Kinbaku are two of the most popular BDSM practices in Western culture.…
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Nobuyoshi Araki is a contemporary Japanese photographer who is famous for his erotic imagery and prolific output. Nobuyoshi was born in Tokyo Japan, on Mary 25th, 1940. He studied photography at Chiba University and began pursuing his career as a commercial photographer in 1963. Nobuyoshi Araki lives in Tokyo, Japan, which has served him as…
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Shibari, the Japanese art of rope bondage, has long been associated with erotic practices. However, this intricate form of rope tying can also be enjoyed without any sexual elements. In this article, we’ll explore the world of non-sexual Shibari – its origins, benefits, and how to engage in it. Understanding Shibari’s Roots Shibari originated as…
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Shibari has become quite popular in the last few years. Every day, there are more people talking and writing about Shibari. But, is everything they say about Shibari correct? It is very important to have a correct idea of what Shibari is. Especially, since there are some frequent misconceptions or misunderstandings around Shibari. So, here…
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Madrid Shibari is a dojo that offers a high quality, safe and respectful education based on the origins of Kinbaku. You will be able to learn Shibari or Kinbaku through the Shibari courses, private classes and intensive days. Madrid Shibari’s objective is fully educational. This means they take their training very seriously at any level.…
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Jade Rope, founded in Australia, offers access to a wide range of rope for bondage enthusiasts. It is an online store that offers a diverse range of ropes, including hemp, jute, cotton and other natural fibre ropes, as well as many man-made and synthetic ropes. This online store wants to offer rope bondage practitioners exactly…
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The Burning Mountain Festival is a 4-day magical festival experience in the heart of the Swiss Alps. The festival has a unique location above 1450 m over sea level and takes place in the middle of one of the highest inhabited valleys of Europe, the Engadine. The Burning Mountain Festival has one of the most…
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“I’m feeling nervous about tying someone”. This is a common objection in Shibari. Read the article to find out how to overcome this fear. Tying someone might make you feel nervous because it’s your first time doing it for real. Or, perhaps, you are afraid that something might go wrong. Tying is about the sensory…
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Bondage is one of the buzzwords in the world of sex. It became more popular since the Fifty Shades of Grey phenomenon, in which the public interest in rope practices began growing and more couples than ever are engaging in everything that includes restraints to full time dominant/submissive relationships. In this article, you will find…
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