Introduction

Shibari, the traditional Japanese art of rope bondage, combines aesthetics, connection, and restraint into a deeply expressive practice. One of its more iconic and historically significant ties is the Ebi, or “shrimp” tie—often referred to in the West as the Ebi-Crab Tie. This form of bondage emphasizes deep compression and submission, with roots in traditional Japanese forms of restraint.

Historical Origins

The Ebi tie finds its roots in Hojojutsu, the martial art of restraining prisoners with rope, which was practiced by samurai during the Edo period (1603–1868). In that context, the Ebi position was used as a form of punishment or interrogation, forcing the body into a curled, submissive posture reminiscent of a shrimp. The word “ebi” (海老) in Japanese means shrimp, and the pose mimics the crustacean’s curved body shape.

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Introduction

The queening chair—also known as a facesitting throne—is a specially designed piece of furniture that allows one person to sit or kneel over another’s face. While its purpose is largely sexual, particularly within BDSM and kink communities, the queening chair also holds interesting cultural and historical dimensions. Often associated with dominance and power dynamics, its name references the act of “queening,” where a woman sits on a partner’s face as an expression of sexual control or pleasure.

This article explores the origins, uses, and evolving perceptions of the queening chair, shedding light on how design, sexuality, and culture intersect.

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