Content tagged as: #Nawasuji

胡座縛り

Kanuki Shibari has a precise purpose and clear application: to provide excellent torso support during suspensions — both static ones and, especially, those involving transitions — making body management easier in all cases.

What measures? What type of rope? How many ropes? These are the frequent questions in these cases. We will dedicate some time to understanding, and also demystifying, the most iconic element of Japanese bondage.

五取り

A detailed guide to creating a futumomo that’s safe, functional, stimulating, and fun.

Step-by-Step Video Tutorial: Gote Shibari Form – First Line

Step-by-Step guide to applying the second rope in Gote or Takate Kote patterns

Applying the hibari technique to build an erotic-purpose futumomo.

We begin our exploration of tying techniques with the simplest one, which forms the foundation for most of the commonly used forms.

Study of the “ippon” technique, used to create forms such as ippon shibari and jimon shibari, along with their derivatives.

Kanuki are the ropes that loop back from behind to gather the lines of the gote—let’s dive into when and how to use them.

Koden is a technique inspired by traditional methods for apprehending criminals—think capturing, subduing, and restraining.

This guide explains each step of the hon musubi technique, detailing its execution, purpose, and practical use.

Handling the rope means using it as a tool to achieve a specific purpose during the session. It is neither a whim nor a theatrical resource to stand out from others; it is a deliberate technique aimed at a concrete result.

早腰縄

ひかけだめ

本結び

幾重縛り

自問蝶

By kaeshi nawa we mean the technique through which we reverse the direction of the cord, locking it with itself and creating a “counter-tension.”

A step-by-step guide, with video and detailed instructions, for the first form studied in the Yagami Ryu.

Beyond personal tastes and preferences, there are clear benchmarks to judge the quality of a jute rope for shibari with a sharp, objective eye.

Choosing the right rope for shibari isn’t just about looks—it’s a decision that directly impacts safety, technique, and the overall experience.

Managing rope tension while tying takes practice and mindfulness—not just of what we’re doing, but of the effects we’re creating.

One key area of study in Yagami Ryu is Nawasuji (縄筋). This concept encompasses all techniques and knowledge necessary to achieve effective and fluid rope handling.

Structure and Function of Gote-Style Forms

This is one of the foundational techniques of Yagami-Ryū, in its gentle form, Toginawa.

Our programs are built around three core areas of study — each essential for truly understanding the style as a whole.

None of them are optional. Maintaining the right balance between the knowledge and skills developed in each area remains a focus throughout your entire learning journey.

This Topic delves into the efficient use of rope in shibari, covering handling fundamentals, basic tying techniques, and their practical application.

We’ll look at both its technical aspects and its role in crafting the erotic experience—since while rope is the most visible element of this art, its erotic relevance is often secondary to other interactive dynamics, unless there’s a specific fetishistic connection to the material itself.

We use the term “gote” (後手) here to refer to the specific way of combining fundamental techniques—from bodywork and rope handling to the crucial skill of sesionmanagement.

These ties are defined by restrictions with the arms behind the back and one or more rope lines wrapping the torso.

All variants that originate from gote (ushiro, takate, hibari, kanuki...) share the same core principles. Once you’ve mastered the basics, you’ll be able to explore these related ties safely and with confidence.

Among leg-focused ties, the futumomo is without a doubt the most popular.

It consists of a restriction that, supported by the thigh, keeps the leg bent at the knee.

In this topic, we will explore its meaning, its use in an erotic context, and the technique required to execute it effectively. Step-by-step guides for several variations of this tie are also included.

手取三角

Kanuki Shibari is undoubtedly the most iconic form of the Yagami Style and is often seen as an optimized version of the Takate Kote.