Japanese bondage is one variety of bondage that is typically done with rope. Kinbaku translates to "the beauty of tight binding" and shibari, which is a bit more mainstream, translates to "decoratively tie." Decoratively is right: Japanese bondage such as shibari is an art form in addition to a form of bondage (there's even an entire shibari section on Etsy). Some of the best shibari artists, such as Garth Knight, hold high-art showcases in which their subjects are tied up and transformed into trees. If you're interested in exploring Japanese bondage, More Shibari You Can Use: Passionate Rope Bondage and Intimate Connection by Lee Harrington and Rigger Jay is perfect for beginners. Just don't forget your safety shears!
