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Description:
Clara isn’t just rope — it’s a benchmark in premium jute for shibari, engineered for those who care about feel, handling, and longevity. Crafted by Esinem, this 6mm rope sets a new standard with its innovative internal construction: each of the three main strands is made up of 5 to 7 sub-plies, each spun from 5 individual yarns. This unique structure gives Clara a supple, loose-lay flexibility while remaining durable and forgiving, even under rougher handling.
What makes this Clara even more special? It’s been lovingly hand-treated by Sakunawa with our own skin-safe, fragrance-free rope oil and balm. Every length is:
Cut, singed, and tensioned with care
Treated with Sakunawa Oil & Balm for optimal texture
Coiled and wrapped by hand
Ready to use straight away
Why Choose Clara?
We’re the exclusive UK retailer of Sakunawa-treated Clara Premium rope
Feels like high-end Japanese asanawa, but lasts like modern double-yarn
Sweet-smelling and eco-friendly — made using non-petroleum-based, JBO-free oil
No wet prep required — just unwrap, tie, and enjoy
Almost hairless, soft golden jute with a consistent finish
Technical Features:
3-strand rope
Each strand: 5–7 sub-plies, made of 5 yarns each
Beautiful light-gold jute fibre
Loose lay for fluid handling and easy control
Manufactured with gas-to-liquid hydrocarbon oil (not crude petroleum), free from carcinogenic MOAHs
Low-maintenance, long-lasting performance
Care Instructions:
Store your rope in a dry, cool place away from direct sunlight. Reapply Sakunawa Balm or Oil as needed to preserve flexibility and feel. For full care guidance, visit our Care Guide page.
Ideal For:
Tops, riggers, and rope lovers seeking ready-to-tie rope that’s ethically produced, beautifully finished, and built to last. Clara is sensory heaven — soft, light, and tactile — making it a favourite for texture-sensitive and neurodivergent practitioners. Its loose-lay design glides smoothly through hands and frictions, making it ideal for flow-based, expressive tying styles and close-body work where feel and fluidity matter.
Self-Tying
Clara is a dream for self-tyers who value tactile feedback, flexibility, and flow. Its soft, loose-lay construction glides easily through your hands, making it forgiving during complex wraps and adjustments. Lightweight and easy to control, it supports meditative tying without fighting back — perfect for those with a strong sense of embodiment or seeking mindful rope practice.
Floor Play
This rope excels in floor-based play, where comfort, sensuality, and movement are key. Its smooth finish, subtle texture, and light touch make it ideal for everything from connective Aibunawa scenes to dynamic Seme-based transitions. Clara holds tension well while remaining skin-friendly — making it as pleasurable to wear as it is to handle.
Suspension
While Clara is soft and flexible, it’s also impressively strong — but due to its loose lay, it’s best suited for riggers with solid friction and tension control. For partial suspensions or aesthetic lifts, Clara performs beautifully with the right technique. If you’re tying load-bearing lines or suspension stems, pairing Clara with a slightly firmer rope or using it in combination with more structured handling can enhance reliability.
