Shibari kinbaku

What is Shibari

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Shibari is a form of bondage that originated in Japan.
In Japanese, it is more often called “Kinbaku”.

In Shibari, the type of rope used is generally made of jute, where the “shibari-te” binds the
“shibarare-te” with jute rope.
The one doing the binding is the “Shibari-te”.
The one being bound is the “Shibarare-te”.

The difference between Shibari and other forms of bondage such as handcuffs is taking the time
during the binding process, leading to the steps and time taken becoming a part of the play.

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The History of Shibari

The history of Shibari began with Japanese restraining devices, where jute ropes were used to restrain
criminals during arrest and/or to keep them in prison.

During the mid 1900’s jute ropes were then used as a simple form of bondage for BDSM enjoyers.

Then, around the 1990’s, the modern and safe Shibari came out.

Now at present time, there are different forms and ways to perform Shibari that extend from the
various styles that exist.

Types of Shibari

There are quite a number of various forms of Shibari, and much more for specific areas such as the
chest, feet, and even hair.

See the link below for more information

https://kin-baku.com/information/sibarikata/

Shibari and Safety

Kinbaku is a dangerous form of play, and should never be done by imitation or without proper
knowledge. To begin kinbaku, it is extremely important to learn from a person who thoroughly
understands and performs kinbaku first.

Due to it’s origins rooting in restraining criminals, it is naturally a dangerous act to begin with.

Fundamental Knowledge to Prevent Shibari Accidents

Here are a few tips to keep in mind when performing kinbaku:

1. The “shibari-te” and “shibarare-te” should have an understanding about both, each other and
each’s physical and mental boundaries.

It is recommended that both parties be in a relationship comfortable enough to communicate with one
another, and are able to speak up immediately if anything happens during the binding.
It may also be a good idea to agree upon signals beforehand, indicating certain messages.

2. Do not engage in kinbaku when feeling unwell or intoxicated

Similar to driving, there are many risk factors that may lead to accidents when either or both the
“shibari-te” and the “shibarare-te” are feeling unwell.
Intoxication may cause one to lack concentration or be easily distracted.
The “shibarare-te” should refrain from being bound when intoxicated.
It is inevitable that Shibari causes some cut off from the blood circulation. When this is combined
with the rush in blood flow caused by intoxication, it causes an increase in the risk for an accident to
happen.

3. Keep your equipment well cared for

Keep not only your ropes, but all of your BDSM equipment well maintained and cared for.
Always keep in mind that the equipment being used is dangerous.

4. Refrain from engaging in suspension kinbaku with a person you have just met

Even though you feel as though you are able to communicate with one another as shown in 1, it is
better to refrain from suspension kinbaku during the first and second meet.

The risk of an accident happening rapidly increases in suspension kinbaku.

In comparison to floor kinbaku, the risk is increased by several tens of times, therefore it is
recommended to begin suspension kinbaku after engaging in kinbaku with a new partner a few times
throughout the span of a few days.

To summarize

What you face during kinbaku is a human’s body.
Many aspects can change depending on their physical and/or mental state.
Something that was fine before can always become unacceptable today.
Both the “shibari-te” and “shibarare-te” should, even excessively, communicate with one another.
Do please always keep in mind of each other’s bodies and feelings.

When an Accident Occurs During Shibari

When a kinbaku accident occurs, untie the ropes before anything else.
Use claw clippers to cut through the ropes if needed, and take care of the situation at hand as soon as
possible.

I believe it is best not to mess with the affected area right after an accident.
Go to a hospital and ask for medication (vitamin b12).
Then, have some rest after taking the vitamins.

First and foremost, kinbaku accidents caused at the hands are something called honeymooner’s palsy.
Honeymooner’s palsy is the paralysis of the radial nerve.
The radial nerve is a nerve that begins at the spinal cord, following down through the outer side of the
upper arm, then branching out while tracing the radius to eventually reach the fingertips.
It is also the nerve responsible for managing muscles used for wrist and finger mobility.
Therefore, some may find it difficult to extend their wrist after a kinbaku accident.
The only difference between this and a more general honeymooner’s palsy is the cause of the
accident, being either using your arm as a pillow or kinbaku.

At the hospital, you will most likely be told to take medication, rest, and to keep your wrist secure.

If you feel any fever around the hand or wrist, it is probably best to rest.
I would not recommend any practice of eastern medicine such as massaging the area during this time.
While there may be some differences between individuals, I believe rehabilitation and spa therapy will
do good to the injury once the fever has gone down and around a week has passed since the accident.

From here on are things you must do.

When an accident occurs, the “shibari-te” must always be sympathetic and think of the “shibarare-te”.

During and after an accident, the “shibarare-te” is filled with anxious thoughts, such as “what if I may
never be able to use my hands again?”
It may even affect their civil and social lives.
It would take around 3 months for the injury to fully heal, and they may not be able to work during
that time.
Do not leave the “shibarare-te” in such a vulnerable state or push the blame of the accident onto them.

When a kinbaku accident occurs, it is 100% the “shibari-te”’s responsibility.
Not only in kinbaku, but any accident during BDSM is the dom’s responsibility.
This is why they are the “master”.

Look after the sub by accompanying them to hospital trips and comforting them everyday.

Take good care of not only their body, but their mental health as well.
Those are the responsibilities of the “shibari-te”.

If you can not take such responsibility, it would be best not to perform Shibari with a person you
cannot afford to do so, or only engage in floor work, which has a lower risk for accidents.

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The Difference Between Shibari and “Art Kinbaku”

Generally, Shibari would not fully be Shibari unless there is physical restraint.
Shibari would be something where the “shibarare-te” is firmly bound and unable to break free by
themselves, whereas “art kinbaku” would be something that uses ropes to make it only seem as if the
“shibarare-te” is restrained.

Furthermore, there are often times in “art kinbaku” where cotton ropes and nylon ropes are used.