In this Weekend Intensive, we will explore the most traditional, ancient, primal form of Kinbaku. We will utilising the upright pole (hashira – 柱) for ties that evoke exposure, vulnerability, and pressure. But we don’t focus on the technique alone. Being captured and tied to a pole is deeply entrained in our sexual phantasies. We will take a fresh look at what is perceived as Japanese aesthetics – whilst tying „for real“. By doing so, we will dive deeper into the power dynamics of take and surrender. so this workshop will become an intense technical and emotional journey.

For whom is it?

This workshop is for couples (of all age and gender constellations) who gained solid upper-intermediate level in Japanese-inspired bondage and are looking to explore Hashira bondage.

Both partners in ropes should be used to manage sustainable and safe 30 – 40 min Gote or Armbinder based routines in (semi-)suspension, including adaptations of standard ties and figures.

Bring along: Riggers bring along at least 12 jute ropes, 5 or 6 mm, cut to a length suitable for you and your model. Rope models (and maybe riggers, too) choose some inspiring clothing.

This is a practical workshop, you will tie a lot.

…as a rigger:

• exploring possibilities beyond bamboo: beams / poles and understanding the basic tools for safe and sustainable Hashira ties
• safely mastering the „iconic“ Hashira positions in our style
• understanding important non-technical aspects and tools to create a shared experience of intimacy
• gaining confidence in your abilities and self-confidence for application in private play
• getting more confident in expressing your own intention and kink desires in ropes

… as a rope-bottom:

• developing the sense of your Center as a basecamp for your experience on Hashira
• increasing your capability to master challenging positions as a key to positive experiences on Hashira
• practicing using your attention to connect deeper with yourself and your partner
• developing a feeling of your emotional and physical limits and positively communicating them
• learning receptivity, staying soft under the impact of the ropes
• finding a feeling of internal safety during more challenging ties
  
  CONTENT
  We will introduce the needed tools and techniques to create safe and sustainable positions on the Hashira, not just hanging „in front“ of the pole. This creates a very specific feeling and look.
  
  * Hashira Bondage: History and philosophy
  * Basic safety rules
  * Adaptations of your Gote
  * „Hard-points“ at Hashira
  * Upgraded floorwork
  * Tying to beams and poles
  * Upright positions on Hashira
  * Techniques to „pin“ your model on a pole
  * Tying with arms around the pole
  * Exposure & Objectification
  * Predicaments
  * Mastering challenging positions
  * Tying with many ropes and avoiding the impression of “overtying” * Aesthetics of suffering
  
  This is a practical workshop, you will tie a lot...
  
  
  PRACTICAL INFORMATION
  
  SCHEDULE
  Saturday + Sunday 11:00-18:00 incl. 1 hour lunch break
  Doors will be open from 10:30
  
  TICKET INFO
  All tickets will be released for international participants + Lounge members 28.02.2026 @ 10:00. Write to admin@kinbakulounge.dk for international pre-sale code.
  
  Evt. remaining tickets will be released 01.03.2026 @ 10:00 without code needed.
  
  TICKET FEE
  DKK 3200 / € 430 per couple
  Lounge-members: DKK 3000 / € 400 per couple
  
  ACCOMMODATION
  Contact us prior to the workshop for accommodation possiblilites
  
  QUESTIONS?
  Please contact us via admin@kinbakulounge.dk if you have any questions