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Haiku. Haiku is a traditional Japanese form of poetry that started as the beginning part of a larger poem in the 1200’s. As it became more popular, haiku began to be appreciated as a separate art on its own, and has flourished since the 1500’s. The structure of haiku is simple:
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Haiku is a traditional Japanese form of poetry that started as the beginning part of a larger poem in the 1200’s. As it became more popular, haiku began to be appreciated as a separate art on its own, and has flourished since the 1500’s.
The structure of haiku is simple: • It consists of three lines broken down into 5 syllables/7 syllables/5 syllables • It does not have to have a particular rhythm or rhyme pattern – it is essentially free verse, except for the syllabic restrictions.
Haiku poems often focus on nature, but may be about other topics. • Their short length requires a simple and direct use of language for an intense sensory or intellectual effect.
The purpose or “philosophy” of a haiku is to preserve a moment in time through the use of provocative and colorful imagery, and to produce a sense of enlightenment for the reader – or an “ah-ha!” moment.
Try some of these: The butterfly is perfumingIt's wings in the scentOf the orchid. • Matsuo Basho
Clouds come from time to time --and bring to men a chance to restfrom looking at the moon. • Basho
In the moonlight, The color and scent of the wisteria Seems far away. • KobayaskiIssa
Early morning bath. Gardenia scented air and damp tangled hair.
Fuzzy, buzzy bees Dance the lilac bush ballet. Beautiful to see! • Young
Old Man Sea’s in love. Of 'ring gifts of shells and stars – Lady Land accepts. • Young
And here is a very modern one: With rhinestone collar And perfectly groomed white fur, Poodle lies dead on road. • Mountcastle
Now, use one of the images below as inspiration to compose a haiku of your own:
