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Japanese bowyer’s knot

Archery (or kyudo) is one of Japan’s oldest

martial arts, and they have their own knot for tying
bow strings – identical to the one above but with a

subtle twist.

1 After tying the overhand knot, pass the working end around the

standing part again before wrapping it around the side of the loop, as

before.

2 The result is a more defined but slightly bulkier knot.