


Quick Info
- When:
- 16. August 2025, 11:00 am – 6:00 pm, 17. August 2025, 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Where:
- KARA
- Format:
- workshop
- Who can join:
- LGBTQIA+ & Friends
- Constellation:
- solo, paired, groups - all constellations welcome (everyone needs a ticket)
- Language:
- English
- Questions:
- Message us via info@karada-house.de
- Add to calendar:
- Google Calendar / iCal / .ics file
Tickets
This workshop offers a thorough introduction to the foundational principles of Yukimura-ryu, with a particular focus on one-rope practices, minimal rope expression, and pose exploration. We will center our attention on the emotional and communicative aspects of Yukimura-ryu—what the style is and what it is not. Using simple techniques and minimal rope, we aim to explore complex layers of intention, presence, and interaction.
While the physical forms are modest in appearance, the internal and relational depth is substantial. This workshop is best suited for those drawn to quiet intensity and nuanced emotional connection, rather than for those seeking semenawa or performative rope styles.
Day 1: Communicating with one rope
– sharing ideas and thoughts about what Yukimura Ryu is and what it is not
– concepts of Yukimura Ryu
– communication with one rope
Day 2: Applying the Basics
– practicing the basics and adding more rope
– applying our knowledge to typical poses found in this style, i.e. one open leg, kemono shibari etc.
Private Lessons with Murasaki
Murasaki Haruan will be with us in Berlin for two consecutive weekends. The first weekend (August 16–17, 2025) will be a foundational Yukimura-ryu workshop. The second weekend (August 23-24, 2025) will be a Masterclass including renbaku teachings. She will also host a renbaku salon (August 15) and offer private sessions at Karada House between the two weekends.
Facilitator

More Information
LGBTQIA+ describes the full spectrum of non-mainstream sexual orientation and/or gender identity, meaning: lesbian, gay, bisexual, pansexual, transgender, non-binary, genderqueer/fluid, queer, intersex, asexual, aromantic, agender.
Friends describe people of any and all kinds of gender and sexual identities who are aware and respectful of the necessity, needs, and boundaries of a queer space and its marginalized community.
When you consider yourself a friend you show acknowledgement to and are respectful of everyone's self-expression and do not assume, presume or project non-consensual ideas onto others. You actively request and use people's chosen pronouns. You remain mindful of the fact that Karada House is first and foremost a space for queer people that you are also invited to attend. You have a genuine concern for the well-being of LGBTQIA+ people and remain in awareness of heterosexual and gender-straight privileges.
Friends don't have to be perfect. None of us are. We request that we all proactively work and strive to be good friends and allies to marginalized people.
- Ground floor location with 3 steps at the entrance – a wheelchair ramp is always available
- A bell on ground level for people who need support with the stairs is available
- Accessible bathroom and no thresholds throughout the space
- Parking directly in front (please message if you want to use the spot)
- Chair seating, cushions, mats, couches available
- Fidget toys, visual clocks, quiet areas to retreat to available
- Psychological first aid tools available
- Workshop is held in spoken English, German available upon request
- Karada House is a sober space
- Please do not wear perfume
- Need more support? Message us at info@karada-house.de
- Please do not attend if you are feeling sick.
- The indoor areas will be constantly aired and two HEPA-14 filters will be running the entire time. We also have outdoor areas that are open during warmer days when it is not raining.
- We provide hand and surface disinfectant, please make ample use of it.
- All appliances, surfaces, blankets, etc. will be disinfected on a regular basis and before and after every class. Blankets, towels, etc. will be washed after every use.
- For workshops that require a partner, we encourage you to bring a person from your household, safe(r) Covid-19-bubble, etc. Working with someone you do not know is possible but at your own risk.
- We reserve the right to carry out mandatory Covid tests for large events. In case of testing positive you cannot enter the event and we need to ask you to leave for the sake of safety for the other participants.




