Haiku Origins

Haiku Origins explores the captivating evolution of haiku, revealing its journey from classical Japanese poetry to a globally embraced art form. Delving into literary and cultural history, the book illuminates how elements like kigo (seasonal word) and kireji (cutting word) contribute to haiku''s layered meanings within its concise structure.

Haiku''s deceptively simple 5-7-5 syllable structure bel...