Haiku Forms

A haiku traditionally consists of three lines with a syllable count of 5-7-5.

Haiku poems often include nature imagery, a seasonal reference, and the use of imagery to create a vivid picture in the reader's mind.

Kireji is a Japanese term for a cutting word or phrase that creates a pause or break in the haiku, often emphasizing a particular image or emotion.

Kigo is a Japanese term for a seasonal reference or word that indicates the season in which the haiku is set.

Senryu is a type of haiku that is similar to a traditional haiku in form but often has a humorous or satirical tone.

Tabi is a Japanese term for a haiku that includes a reference to a journey or travel, often describing the sights, sounds, and emotions experienced during the journey.

Haibun is a type of haiku that consists of two stanzas, with the first stanza being a haiku and the second stanza being a prose passage that elaborates on the haiku.

Basho is a Japanese term for a haiku that includes a reference to a specific place, often a famous or significant location.

Jisei is a Japanese term for a haiku that is written as a farewell poem, often composed by a person who is about to die.

Rekishi is a Japanese term for a haiku that includes a reference to a specific event or historical moment, often commemorating an important anniversary or событие.

Renga is a Japanese term for a linked poem or verse form in which multiple poets contribute alternating stanzas, with the first stanza being a haiku.

Jinbutsu is a Japanese term for a haiku that includes a reference to a specific person, often a famous or significant individual.

Senryu is a type of haiku that is written in a conversational style, often dealing with everyday topics and using humor or satire.

Dobutsu is a Japanese term for a haiku that includes a reference to a specific animal, often describing its behavior or characteristics.

Haiku is a type of haiku that is written in a more formal or elevated style, often using classical Japanese language and imagery.