Do like a bit of naughty hanky-panky? Do you like stylish and luxury brands? Well, combine both these with the new Lux Heart Paddle from Kanojo Toys. Sure, we all have the hand bags, the wallets, the purses. But do you have the spanking gear? From the two-tone leather-like finish that recalls a certain world-famous brand, to the heart-shaped design and hefty handle, this paddle makes you (and your partner) savor every smack. Sure, you can spank with anything, but if you're in it for the long run, why not invest in a nice tool for the job? Buy it online from ...

Recently I had the pleasure to meet the king of Tokyo's shibari scene myself, and the honour to watch during one of his sessions. A few days later then, since we share similar origins and got along well, he took me along on one of his tours with some of his admirers that came as far as from the US and Australia. Both events were a first time experience for me. Not that I don't know the "dark side" of Tokyo well enough. I know the corners of Kabukicho and am quite familiar with all kind of adult goods of course, since the discerning product selectors at KanojoToys let me tag along. I ...

Ever heard of Steve Osada? If you're not a regular on the traditional Japanese bondage scene, you may not have, but within the shibari houses of Tokyo's seedy Kabukicho district, he's The Man. Shibari, also known as kinbaku, is the Japanese art of erotic bondage, differentiated from Western bondage by its focus on ties that actively pleasure the bottom, as well as its minimalist, often asymmetric, aesthetic. While not the only culture to enjoy tying their lovers up, the Japanese may be more open about it than most. Image by Max Hodges Osada Steve is one of the few living ...

Hi again....this is Megumi. It's been a long time since I've written a blog post, I'm sorry. However, we've had some new things that caught my interest, and Taro asked me to write about them... Japanese bondage maker Tennosuke has a nice reputation for making quality leather goods for Tokyo's S&M scene. Below are several of their items, ranging from the mild (ankle cuffs) to the wild (whips!) to the extreme (cock restraints?!). I'm picking my favorites now ;-) For those who like lingerie, but not necessarily the "cute" variety, Tennosuke's Free Bondage Bodysuit allows for tightening ...