Very thoughtfully designed and well constructed product, shipped very quickly to me (even on the other side of the world!) with clear and easy to follow assembly instructions. Took less then an ho... See more
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It's a neat concept but poorly implemented. The zippers are fragile and quick to jam/break. The internal "skeleton" is not held in place no matter how full you stuff it, so the joint positions shift... See more
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I really like this product! It’s been super helpful for practicing on my own, especially when I don’t have someone to tie with. I’ve been able to learn so much faster because I can try things out when... See more
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I loved how easy it was to set everything up and prepare the doll. I really was looking forward to my first session and it absolutely amazed me how realistic it is. I really like the quality as it see... See more
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Dojo Dolls makes realistic practice dolls designed for shibari. Our dolls give practitioners a safe and practical way to improve their skills, with a human-like feel and structure that mannequins can’t match.
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I received mine today
Customer service is fantastic! The doll is soft and easy to work with.
October 19, 2026
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Reply from Dojodolls
Hi Jim,
Thank you for your feedback! I'm sorry to hear that your experience hasn't fully met your expectations.
Regarding the stuffing, we do mention on the product page (right next to the "Add to Cart" button, under the headline "IMPORTANT") that stuffing is not included, but I'm sorry if this wasn't clear when you placed your order.
If you received fewer poles than you should have, we're very sorry about that. Just contact our customer service team and we'll send any missing parts free of charge, of course.
The assembly instructions are included in your shipping confirmation email, as mentioned on the product page. I actually tried to locate your order so I could proactively resend them to you, but I couldn't find an order under the name used for this review. I did find an order under a very similar name, but I don't want to make assumptions or mention that name publicly in case you've intentionally used a different name for your review.
If you reach out to our customer service team, we'll gladly resend the instructions and make sure you have everything you need to assemble your doll.
Regarding the packaging, I appreciate your feedback! We use lightweight, compact packaging to help keep shipping costs down so we can offer free worldwide shipping. That said, I understand your preference and we'll certainly take it into consideration.
I really hope you'll enjoy your Dojo Doll once it's assembled. And if you're ultimately not satisfied, please remember that we offer a 30-day return policy for a refund, no questions asked.
Thanks again for giving us a try!
Best regards,
Frederik
Founder, Dojo Dolls
Stellar Customer Support
My practice dummy was swiped off my front door (I'm sure the thieves are very surprised), and the Dojodolls team was extremely helpful in understanding and sent me a replacement at no charge and out of their own pocket.
Amazing customer service and product. Highly recommended.
October 4, 2026
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Still love my doll!!
Still very happy with this product even after one year. I am using it 2-3 times a week to practice. It's been a real game changer for my shibari learning and journey!
February 11, 2026
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Dojo Dolls Dummy 2.0
I’ve been using the Dojo Dolls Shibari Practice Dummy (Black 2.0) for a few months now and I honestly love this thing. It’s become part of my weekly routine — I’m using it three or four days a week — and it has sped up my rope progress so much. Being able to slow down, redo sections, and just live in the process without time pressure has made practice feel way more calm, methodical, and honestly kind of meditative.
The build quality feels really solid and durable, and the proportions translate well when you move back to tying a real human. It holds tension well, takes rope friction like a champ, and after tons of use it still looks basically new. You can tell it was designed for people who practice regularly.
It’s been amazing for:
• Repeating foundational ties until they actually stick in muscle memory
• Figuring out new harnesses and complex sequences step-by-step
• Practicing transitions and rope handling without rushing or stressing
• Having quiet, focused rope time whenever the mood hits
One of the big reasons I wanted a practice dummy was so I wouldn’t have to make my partner endure long, repetitive learning sessions, and this completely solves that. I can experiment, mess up, restart, and nerd out on technique on my own time — and then show up way more confident when tying a person.
If you practice rope regularly and want a way to get better faster (and practice whenever you want), this thing is such a worthwhile investment. It’s easily one of the most useful tools in my rope practice.
February 9, 2026
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I love this doll
I love this doll! My and my girl are almost fighting over who gets to practice in the evenings... Would really recommend to anyone learning shibari - it's been a big help for us. The shipping is fast and customer service was fast and responsive when we had a minor shipping issue (I put in the wrong shipping adress).
January 28, 2026
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Reply from Dojodolls
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you're both enjoying the doll and that it's helping with your shibari practice. We're glad we could quickly resolve the shipping issue for you. Happy tying!
- The Dojo Dolls Team
Brilliant customer service to the Uk
Brilliant customer service to the Uk. The Dojo Doll is a really creative invention and allows me the chance to practise ties / harnesses at home so
i can get them in my muscle memory and so
i don’t have to bore partners practising and can concentrate on them . Doll is easy to put together ( though I ordered too much stuffing ! ) . Moveable joints at elbows , ankles etc are great to manipulate ( although as it’s not a person ) you have to use a bit more manipulation ! Obviously , totally different to practising on real people as consent , negotiation, person’s mental and physical capabilities but it’s more exciting than a pillow to practise on!!!
December 22, 2025
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Reply from Dojodolls
Thank you for the fantastic review! We're so glad the doll is helping you build muscle memory and confidence before practicing with partners - that's exactly what we designed it for. We appreciate your detailed feedback and hope you enjoy many hours of practice!
- The Dojo Dolls Team
Very happy with my purchase
Very happy with my purchase! It was delivered in just 3 days, the quality is great, and it's perfect for repeated practice.
January 25, 2026
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Reply from Dojodolls
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're thrilled the doll arrived quickly and that you're happy with the quality. Enjoy your practice sessions!
- The Dojo Dolls Team
I love this product
I love this product! I can honestly not imagine learning Shibari without it. It makes me able to practice all the time and makes the whole process so smooth.
January 21, 2026
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Reply from Dojodolls
Thank you so much for this lovely review! We're thrilled to hear the doll has become such an essential part of your shibari journey. Being able to practice anytime is exactly what we wanted to enable. Happy tying!
- The Dojo Dolls Team
Big 5 stars
Delivery was fast, the filling process was easy, and the product is exactly what I was looking for. I can’t recommend it enough!
November 25, 2025
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Reply from Dojodolls
Thank you for the 5-star review! We're so happy to hear the delivery was fast and the filling process went smoothly. Your recommendation means the world to us!
- The Dojo Dolls Team
Really impressed with this product
Really impressed with this product! It’s exactly what I needed, and you can feel the high quality right away. Everything works just as I hoped, and it’s clear a lot of thought went into the design. Definitely exceeded my expectations.
November 15, 2025
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Reply from Dojodolls
Thank you for this wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear the quality and design exceeded your expectations. A lot of care went into creating the perfect practice tool, so your feedback means a great deal to us!
- The Dojo Dolls Team
Good, not great
I love the idea, and the 2.0 version includes some fiberglass connected with rope for a more rigid structure that more closely resembles bones and joints.
The construction is… of average quality. Not exactly Chinese sweatshop, but not a whole lot better either. They clearly spent some time embroidering their logo onto the front of it, so there you go.
The zippers are the cheapest they could possibly find, and bind easily. 2 of the 4 zippers bound up and were impossible to move. I ended up hand stitching the openings closed. The fiberglas rods are unfinished, and splinter. They make note of both this and the zipper issues in their website, so I imagine it's pretty common. A better zipper, and 30 seconds on a sanding belt would've gone a long way to make this a five star review.
September 17, 2025
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Reply from Dojodolls
Thank you for the honest and detailed feedback. We appreciate you pointing out the specific issues with the zippers and fiberglass rods - this kind of input helps us improve the product. We're glad the core concept and structure work well for you, and we'll definitely take your suggestions about better zippers and finishing into consideration for future versions.
- The Dojo Dolls Team
I'm really happy with it
I'm really happy with it. Has helped me tremendously and still using it 7 months in.
February 14, 2025
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Reply from Dojodolls
Thank you so much for sharing this! We're thrilled to hear the doll is still helping you after 7 months of use. Your continued satisfaction means everything to us!
- The Dojo Dolls Team
Way better then expected
Honestly, way better than I expected. Easy to fill, holds up great, and doesn’t complain when I mess up a knot
September 7, 2025
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Reply from Dojodolls
Thank you for the great review! We're so glad it exceeded your expectations. And yes, one of the best features - no complaints about messy knots! Happy practicing!
- The Dojo Dolls Team
Just what I had been looking for
Just what I had been looking for. It’s not cheap, but I’ve found it worth the price.
September 1, 2025
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Reply from Dojodolls
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so glad you're finding it worth the investment. Quality practice tools make all the difference in your learning journey!
- The Dojo Dolls Team
Completely overpriced
Completely overpriced.
The material for doll skin is nice. Skeleton is not.
No stuffing.
Skeleton doesnt hold.
I want a refund... Could pay a 50$ with stuffing, but not the price i paid..
August 29, 2025
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Reply from Dojodolls
Hi Piotr,
I’m sorry to hear you’re not satisfied with the skeleton. Honestly, if we sold the dolls filled, international shipping alone would add around $50 to most orders. At that price point we’d lose money on every sale and wouldn’t be able to keep the business running — so unfortunately that’s just not realistic.
That being said, we’re happy to help with a return and refund. Please contact our support team at info@dojodolls.com and they’ll assist you.
On a side note, for full clarity: the doll is designed as a fill-it-yourself product, and this is highlighted on the product page. We always encourage customers to read the product description before ordering, as we want expectations to match exactly what is delivered - so we don't get reviews complaining about missing stuffing, when it's cleary written that it's not included.
Best,
Frederik
I loved how easy it was to set…
I loved how easy it was to set everything up and prepare the doll. I really was looking forward to my first session and it absolutely amazed me how realistic it is. I really like the quality as it seems high end and I'm very happy that it already started to help me improve my ties. Highly recommend if you want something to train on before you show your skills to your partner!
August 12, 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Dojodolls
Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback! We’re really glad to hear the setup was smooth and that the doll is already helping you improve your ties. It means a lot to us that you find the quality high-end and realistic — that’s exactly what we aim for. Wishing you lots of great practice sessions ahead!
Best,
Frederik
Great product for Shibari practice
Great product for anyone wanting to practice shibari in a realistic way. The doll has a good weight and shape, and it really makes a difference compared to using a mannequin. Filling it was straightforward and I’ve been very happy with the results.
August 28, 2025
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Reply from Dojodolls
Thank you for the great feedback! We’re glad you find the doll realistic and a better option than a mannequin. It’s great to hear the filling was straightforward and that you’re happy with the results.
Best,
Frederik
It was easy to fill the doll
It was easy to fill the doll, and the result feels very realistic. The quality is great, and I’m really happy with it.
August 27, 2025
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Reply from Dojodolls
Thanks a lot for your review! We’re happy to hear the filling process was easy and that you’re enjoying the realistic feel and quality. Great to know you’re happy with it!
Best,
Frederik
Great product and the delivery was fast
August 23, 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Dojodolls
Hi Frey, happy to hear that you like it!
Best, Frederik
Zippers very low quality
Zippers very low quality, one of mine tore trying to zip it when filling with stuffing. Not a fan of DIY-style projects like this, when what I want is a premium product. They certainly charge a premium price, for what you actually get. Bad experience overall.
August 20, 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Dojodolls
I’m really sorry to hear the zipper broke — that shouldn’t happen. Please reach out to customer service, and we’ll be happy to send a replacement.
Our dolls are advertised as DIY-style products, since they need to be filled at home. If you’re not into DIY, then this product probably isn’t the right fit. The reason we do it this way is to keep shipping affordable worldwide — sending them pre-filled would make international shipping costs (and therefore the final price) much higher.
As for pricing, we do our best to keep it fair. We cover free international shipping and the costs of marketing a very niche product, and while the dolls are not cheap, they allow us to keep the business sustainable rather than overly profitable.
We also offer a 30-day satisfaction guarantee, so if you’re not happy with your doll, please contact us and we’ll help you with a return or refund.
Best,
Frederik
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