Tokyo – February 17-19-21 2027 – Wed-Fri-Sun Rope Tales is proud to present a workshop by Sugiura Norio and Naka Akira in Tokyo.Bondage photography is becoming increasingly popular, and we are trying to give enthusiasts from all over the world a chance to learn from the most important photographer of this kind from Japan, in Japan. Naka Sensei […]
Book Sugiura Norio and Naka Akira – Photography Workshop
Rope Tales is proud to present a workshop by Sugiura Norio and Naka Akira in Tokyo.Bondage photography is becoming increasingly popular, and we are trying to give enthusiasts from all over the world a chance to learn from the most important photographer of this kind from Japan, in Japan. Naka Sensei is Sugiura Norio’s main rigger for many […]
Kirigami Masterclass
October 30-31 – November 1, 2026 This masterclass is designed for advanced practitioners, professionals, and semi-professionals who wish to engage in a deeper, more articulated exploration of shibari encompassing technical discipline, didactical practice, aesthetic research and a sense of community. Over the course of three days, we will work on: Participation is limited and selective. […]
Akane special weekend 2026
May 8-9-10, 2026 The model This weekend is dedicated to one of the most important models of the Japanese kinbaku scene. Akane’s unmatched beauty and expressiveness lure audiences passionate in both semenawa and aibunawa. She has been tied by legend kinbakushi as Naka Akira and Yukimura Haruki. Her continuous work with Sugiura Norio is featured […]
Book Akane special weekend 2026
Rope Tales is pleased to present an outstanding series of events with one of the most important models of the Japanese kinbaku scene.Akane’s unmatched beauty and expressiveness lure audiences passionate in both semenawa and aibunawa. She has been tied by legend kinbakushi as Naka Akira and Yukimura Haruki. Her continuous work with Sugiura Norio is featured […]
Book Unexpected Transitions International Workshop
Saturday and Sunday, February 21-22Yugen Studio – Milan This workshop is dedicated to transitions that break familiar patterns. We’ll explore structural solutions that move beyond the usual pathways—variations that open up different directions, different logics of movement, while staying clean, stable, and technically solid. Click here to buy ticketsSell tickets online with Ticket Tailor
Unexpected Transitions International Workshop
Saturday and Sunday, February 21-22Yugen Studio – Milan This workshop is dedicated to transitions that break familiar patterns. We’ll explore structural solutions that move beyond the usual pathways—variations that open up different directions, different logics of movement, while staying clean, stable, and technically solid. Changing shapes mid-air is not only a way to expand your […]
Sugiura Norio and Naka Akira – Tokyo Photography workshop
Thrusday, Saturday, MondayFebruary 12-14-16 – 2026 Rope Tales is proud to present a workshop by Sugiura Norio and Naka Akira in Tokyo.Bondage photography is becoming increasingly popular, and we are trying to give enthusiasts from all over the world a chance to learn from the most important photographer of this kind from Japan, in Japan. Naka Sensei is […]
