Kasumi Hourai is back in Shibari Lounge! Together with one of Japan's finest kinbaku models, Akane, they will immerse you in their fusion of Japanese culture and rope bondage. Both teachers will share their views on contemporary versus traditional Kinbaku.
When watching Japanese bakushi perform their kinbaku sessions, we cannot overlook how skillfully they incorporate some of the subtle aesthetics and ritual behaviour of traditional Japanese culture, to achieve a profound impact on the flow of their session and on the person they tie. Seemingly small details often add great depth to the (sensual) communication with their rope partner.
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To elevate your kinbaku to an experience that goes beyond perfecting your technique, Kasumi Hourai and Akane will show and explain some of the intricate yet subtle aspects of their cultural heritage that will contribute to a deeper experience of your kinbaku play, for both rope top and bottom.
In this workshop Kasumi and Akane will cover:
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1. Tying while incorporating the Japanese way of body movement.Japanese-style movements are basic movements quiet and slow and sometimes quick and dynamic the of pause while tying (ma)
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2. You will learn to tie a TK harness and explore the use of tension that feels comfortable to your rope bottom. You will learn to tie in accordance with your partner’s breathing to get in sync with each other.
3. Kasumi will teach two bondage positions that are easy for erotic play and not likely to place unwanted strain or load on your model. These patterns are safe to keep your rope bottom tied up for a long time.
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There will be room for Q&A with both teachers, which will provide you a deeper understanding of kinbaku as both a sensual practice and a cultural art.
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This workshop is interesting to a wide audience. You already have technical experience but wish to expand your understanding of Japanese rope bondage.
Prerequisites
Shibarite (Rigger):
Intermediate skills:
You know how to tie a basic but solid TK harness
You know how to tie solid and safe suspension lines
Ideally you have some experience with semi-suspension
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Please bring:
10-12 ropes of 7 to 8 m long & some short ropes of 2-3 m
Scissors
Tenugui or similar cloth
Ukete (Model):
You know the limits of your body and your emotional no-go's
You know the differences between 'good' pain and 'bad' pain You are able to communicate needs or discomfort properly
​​​​You are comfortable in a TK, (hands behind the back tie)
You have experience with semi and full suspension
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Please bring:
A juban or similar garment (wrap around dress, top & skirt combination) or light yoga- or sports wear
Friday Workshop with Kasumi & Akane
Full Day Workshop - Friday May 1
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