This unique evening by Rope Dojo x Second Story offers a blend of artistic expressions from Japanese counter-culture in an evening designed for connection and appreciation.

Witness the captivating art of shibari and its interplay between tradition and transgression through the precise and intense shibari of global sensation Bakushi Yagami Ren. The playful and mischievous warrior of the shibari world, Yagami Ren has enjoyed international acclaim in recent years, changing the landscape of kinbaku with his inspired teaching and live performances.

Evening highlights

This exclusive Melbourne event features:

A mesmerizing shibari performance by Bakushi Yagami Ren, known for his innovative techniques and captivating stage presence, and his muse.
Supporting performances by Ash Snare (student of Yagami Ren and founder of Rope Dojo) and sumi-e ink artist Junko Azukawa.
DJ sets curated by DJ Suseri, creating an immersive atmosphere.
Live tattoo flash by artist Max Maree Tattoo from The Doghouse Private and Wesley Harrison from Black Wren Tattoo

VIP package inclusions

Special raised tatami floored seating with enhanced viewing experience
Table service
A selection of appetizers, sushi and sashimi
Choice of a bottle of premium Japanese wines
Meet and greet with Bakushi Yagami Ren

Please direct any enquiries regarding our VIP packages to sophie@secondstory.com.au

This event kicks off Yagami Ren's Melbourne tour, which includes intensive workshops and private lessons (December 2nd-6th).
For private booking enquiries with Yagami sensei, email admin@ropedojo.melbourne.

Event details

7PM Doors open
8PM Performance starts

Location

Second Story's converted warehouse, a well- known and respected space for events that push boundaries, provides the perfect setting for this evening where Melbourne’s urban edge meets the sultry atmosphere of shibari.
222a Johnston Street, Collingwood

Yagami Ren is the master of the "younger generation" of Shibari. He is an independent thinker, believing that no idea is too fundamental to be questioned.

Yagami's tendency to test limits stems from his desire for innovation and change. His curious and active mind always pushes him in new and clever directions, and to this day he remains busy exploring different ideas and perspectives.

This way of thinking allowed him to deconstruct and reconstruct concepts and methods from various fields. As a result, the Yagami style was born, where the basics are just tools and thinking outside the box is the norm.

"The limits of imagination are the limits of humanity."
~ Yagami Ren