Bob Roos, better known as RopeMarks or Bob Ropemarks, is a renowned Dutch professional in Japanese rope bondage, kinbaku, and shibari, based in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Standing 1.84 meters tall and weighing 88 kg, he embarked on his career in 1999, rigorously training in Japan under the lineages of legendary nawashi Akechi Denki and Naka Akira. His work masterfully fuses authentic traditional methods with a distinctive personal flair, earning him recognition as the foremost kinbaku expert in the Netherlands and a global icon in the scene.
Owner of RopeMarks.com, Bob produces captivating bondage videos featured on platforms like Pornhub and ManyVids. He conducts international workshops, live performances, and offers private sessions, praised for his expertise, calm demeanor, and ability to guide beginners. With a vast online presence across FetLife, Instagram, Twitter, and more, he sells merchandise and educates enthusiasts through RopeMarks Ryū, perpetuating the art form worldwide.