SEP

Semenawa｜責め縄

19. September 2020, 1:45 pm – 3:45 pm

Kanna & Kagura will talk about their idea of semenawa (rope for pain, “torture” rope). What is semenawa to them and what do they use it for? After the introduction to their concept of semenawa there will be a demonstration and discussion with the participants.

model/assistant: Kagura

Details:

Format: workshop / demonstration / discussion

Minimum Knowledge Level: beginner

What to Bring: openness & curiosity about semenawa + knowledge about play safety and clear negotiation for consent

Solo or Partnered: both

Class recording: yes

This class will be recorded (only the facilitator, not the participants) and is available for ticket holders for 30 days after the event.

photo credit: Kanna

The login details for this class will be sent to you via email shortly before the event.

Facilitator

Akechi Kanna and Akechi Kagura (x and she/her)

縄師神凪 Akechi Kanna(X-gender) and 神楽 Akechi Kagura are Japanese queer rope couple that have been together for 14 years. They have traveled around the world to teach and perform Japanese Kinbaku Kanna succeeded from 明智伝鬼 Akechi Denki and has developed. Kanna style is semenawa style which draws inspiration from Hojojutsu 捕縄術, is very restrictive and includes complete control of the body and often pla...

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