
Nureki Chimuo-
legendary author and rope master-
"It is a wonderful, complete book ... I have never before seen a volume that expresses both such love for rope and such an understanding of the fetishism of the female body .... You have done a splendid job of pulling everything together into an accurate, concise work. I am just so impressed. You have my deep respect and admiration."
Arisue Go-
" ... Master “K” is the most notable and expert writer-researcher on this subject ... he has touched upon the very essence of Japan's culture in his excellent work."
Osada Steve-
"Master "K" promises, and Master "K" delivers.
This book is a masterpiece, the mother of all books on Kinbaku/Shibari. It's the yardstick with which all future books on the subject will be measured."
Yukimura Haruki-
author/producer/kinbakushi-
"A most impressive job .... Even the Japanese haven't put such a book together! ... Well done!"
Rutsu Nakahara-
head librarian of Fuuzoku Shiryoukan (SM Library) in Tokyo, Japan -
"remarkable scholarship, grasp of kinbaku history and beautiful and artistic photographs."
Miyabi Kyodo-
renowned kinbaku artist-
"What a comprehensive work! I was impressed by the detailed study he has done. I must add that the accuracy of the contents is noteworthy."
Steve Indands-
"...beautiful and illuminating... gorgeous and oft surprising...
A comprehensive, educational and stimulating read that also
looks good on the coffee (or tea) table."
Bob of RopeMarks-
"If you are truly serious about the history of Japanese bondage...
this book is a must have!"