Missionary (man on top)20
The missionary position — face-to-face with the man on top — is the most basic style of all.
Compared with the other positions, these are relatively easy to try.
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Doggy style5
Rear-entry positions with the man behind, commonly known as doggy style.
Alongside missionary and cowgirl, one of the most popular styles — known for deep penetration and primal excitement.
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Reverse cowgirl5
A combination of rear entry and woman-on-top, also known as reverse cowgirl.
The woman is on top while the man enters from behind. A little more complex, but it delivers the best of both styles at once.
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Woman on top7
Positions where the woman straddles the man, named after the posture of horseback riding.
Either partner can lead the motion, and the angle makes it easier to reach the most sensitive spots. The positions here are the face-to-face, woman-on-top variety.
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Crossed10
Positions performed with the legs crossed over each other.
Crossing brings the hips closer together for deeper contact, though some of these can be physically demanding — the true spirit of shijūhatte, for when the usual repertoire feels routine.
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Standing, from behind5
Rear-entry positions performed standing rather than lying down.
A different kind of thrill from ordinary doggy style — it may turn into an intense night.
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Standing, face-to-face2
Embracing face-to-face while standing.
Standing brings a sensation quite different from the bed, and it can even be done fully clothed. You can gaze into each other's eyes — but with the man often supporting the woman's weight, these are demanding, high-difficulty positions.
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Seated, from behind12
Rear-entry positions performed while seated.
Closer than standard doggy style, making kissing and caressing easier. The woman can tip forward easily, so the man should hold her firmly.
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Seated, face-to-face10
Face-to-face positions performed while seated.
Sitting keeps the center of gravity stable, so neither partner bears much weight, and less full-body movement is needed. Facing each other nurtures intimacy, though thrusting is harder — difficulty is a little high.
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Side-lying, face-to-face2
Lying side by side, nestled face-to-face.
You can hold each other close and truly feel the love. Penetration is shallower and movement limited, so try these as a gentle interlude.
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Spooning4
Side-lying rear entry — the classic spooning embrace.
Being held from behind makes for a wonderfully snug feeling. The angle can be tricky, but slow, gentle movement has a charm of its own.
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Oral9
Positions for pleasuring each other orally.
Making your partner feel good deepens the love between you. Try combining techniques, too.
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Reverse insertion2
Unusual positions where insertion happens facing the opposite way from normal.
The unfamiliar angle brings a fresh sensation.
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Caress2
Every night begins here — but the caresses of the 48 have a flavor all their own. Try staging your foreplay a little differently than usual.
There are 2 in total including the hidden 48.
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Others1
A position that fits no category — identity unknown.
Enjoy the mystery as it is.
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