A haiku is a specific type of Japanese poem which has 17 syllables divided into three lines of 5, 7, and 5 syllables. Haikus or haiku are typically written on the subject of nature. The word haiku (pronounced hahy-koo) is derived from the Japanese word hokku meaning “starting verse.” Examples of Haiku Example 1 The fox and the grapes From time to time The clouds give rest To the moon-beholders. — Matsuo Basho Example 2 The lion and the mouse Sparrow’s child out of the way, out of the way! the stallion’s coming through — Kobayashi Issa Example 3 Over the wintry forest, winds howl in rage with no leaves to blow. — Natsume Soseki As is clear from these examples, most haikus examine natural themes, such as weather, animals and plants, and changing seasons. Haikus can be serious and meditative, free of mood, or playful and fun. The Importance of Using Haikus Haikus are important in that they are a highly traditional form of Japanese poetry which has been in existence as early as the 1...
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