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Gote Shibari is one of the most iconic and foundational ties in Japanese rope bondage. In group workshops, especially for beginner and intermediate students, it is often taught as a fixed form. This helps students focus on learning essential technical components.
While this approach is valuable for building solid rope techniques, it often leaves little space for exploring and understanding how to adapt the tie to different people. Personalising the Gote is a nuanced practice that requires experience, observation and deeper insight, which is difficult to explore in a typical group setting.
Naoko believes that no two Gotes are ever the same. Whether you are tying someone for the first time or the hundredth, every tie should be responsive to the person in front of you – how they feel on that day, their body, their energy, the conversation you are having in rope, and the space you are sharing. The Gote, in her view, is not a “one-size-fits-all” form but an evolving, living expression of connection.
In this workshop, Naoko will present Gote Shibari as a customisable form through a series of live demonstrations. For each demonstration, she
will tie with a different person who has a distinct physique, flexibility and personal preferences. Before tying, Naoko will begin with an open conversation with the person being tied to understand their preferences, needs and context of the tie. She will then tie the Gote specifically for them, adjusting elements as needed while talking through the reasons behind her decisions. In some cases, she may tie more the once to show variations or different approaches. After each demonstration, Naoko and the person being tied will share a debrief to reflect on their experience.
Throughout the class, Naoko will talk through her thought process, sharing insights into how she balances techniques, aesthetics and feelings. She will demonstrate using the technical form of Naka style of Gote as the foundation.
Part I: Masc bodies (Oct. 9th, 2026)
Part II: Curvy bodies (Oct. 16th, 2026)
Part III: Hyperflexibility (Oct. 30th, 2026)
This class focuses on individuality. Instead of relying on formulas for specific body types, Naoko encourages a holistic and responsive approach. She avoids placing people into fixed categories like “flexible” or “inflexible” and applying standard techniques based on those labels. Rather, she invites students to consider the full context of the person they are tying, including their body, emotions, preferences, and
the interaction at that moment. The goal is not to follow a set method, but to develop awareness and sensitivity in order to create an experience that truly suits the individual.
Models:
Masa (@tsubaki_syosei) he/him
Awa (@nawa_duck)
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If this session includes a recording you can obtain it by simply purchasing a ticket. You will automatically get access to the live class and the recording as they come in a package. The recording login data will be sent out 24–48h after the live event and will be available for (at least) 7 days after the live event. Please note these classes are places for experience, not for instruction. Nothing here is tested or graded — only perceived, felt, and shared. All offerings are invitations to reflect — no curriculum, no exam, no training. Recordings exist solely to support personal integration and are available only for a limited time.
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