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Haiku is a Japanese form of poetry consisting of three lines of, respectively, five, seven and five syllables. Originally known as hokku, the three line poem began as the first stanza of a longer traditional poetry form called renga (linked stanzas). The traditional stand-alone haiku usually refers in some way to one of the seasons, and also contains a moment of transition or epiphany known as kiregi. The kiregi is indicated by a dash or other punctuation, and brings together two disparate things or images. It leaves the reader startled into a new understanding of the particular poetic moment - rather like the punchline of a joke.

There are some blogs devoted solely to haiku, in which each post consists of a haiku summing up what the writer wishes to remark on. Other haiku blogs focus more on the history of haiku and its place in Japanese culture and literature.

Haiku are so wonderfully succinct that they can be used to write humorous blog posts, such as this review of several movies and this commentary on an old menswear ad.

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  • XVI.


    Associazione Salotto Culturale RossoVenexianoAuthority Authority: 138
    Sulla seta dorata leggi tutto
    6 hours ago
  • The Far North


    Another Lost SharkAuthority Authority: 109
    Sitting at a computer screen in a Cairns hotel, heat and the sound of bats soaking into my every pore, I am feeling very privileged. The last two days have been spent talking to writers in Townsville and Cairns about some of the challenges they are facing and their vision for the future of writing in their region and ...
    2 days ago
  • Koko Be Good: Review Haiku


    emilyreadsAuthority Authority: 102
    Odd little nugget about following your own dreams, not anothers. Koko Be Good by Jen Wang. First Second, 2010, 304 pages.
    3 days ago
  • Tubóg sa putik


    emanilapoetryAuthority Authority: 115
    Panáy ang halík, waláng sawà sa gintong tubóg sa putik.    
    3 days ago
  • kumulay ang malay


    emanilapoetryAuthority Authority: 115
    tagulaylay ng lupa hubad na rosal sa papag lumuluha  
    5 days ago
  • may sulo ang guho


    emanilapoetryAuthority Authority: 115
    sumisinag sa kuta liyab ng pulo naglalaho na tala
    5 days ago
  • Dove my crimson bleed


    Poetry in emotion Authority Authority: 112
    Dark drippy, flow of mount  Pumping gust from veins detached Oh my heart, this crimson bleed 
    5 days ago
  • iinom ng hilom


    emanilapoetryAuthority Authority: 115
    bumubukal ang bundok ulan sa kahoy nilulusong na ilog
    5 days ago
  • may bumaba sa tuba


    emanilapoetryAuthority Authority: 115
    tinutulay ang niyog alay ng lupa palapa na matayog
    5 days ago
  • Australia Day Flags on Flinders


    Gemma's ~ "Greyscale Territory" ~ Poetic SonglinesAuthority Authority: 114
    Flinders Street station Melbourne displayed flags for Australia Day celebrations yesterday. In my Dromana world on the peninsula, there were early morning fun runs along the foreshore, a free sausage breakfast, vintage car displays, music by the pier and the opportunity to have a ride in a surf boat. A day for ...
    1 week ago
  • How to Save a Life: Review Haiku


    emilyreadsAuthority Authority: 102
    Makes the unsympathetic sympathetic, for both main characters. How to Save a Life by Sara Zarr. Little Brown, 2011, 352 pages.
    1 week ago
  • Haiku in Teikei for "Toads"


    Poetikat's Invisible KeepsakesAuthority Authority: 89
    long after freedom, from my bonds of enslavement— I remember them close the once bright eyes; her soul has escaped blue lips— we have come too late come out to the light; turn inward to your darkness— only you can choose The pieces above are for the teikei prompt at Imaginary ...
    1 week ago
  • Walking in Waters


    Gemma's ~ "Greyscale Territory" ~ Poetic SonglinesAuthority Authority: 114
    Quite noticeably this summer, many people - esp children - are not donning swimming costumes for beach time. Instead, they wear tops with sleeves, hats and shorts even for entering the water. This photo was taken at Dromana beach on Port Phillip Bay. A new beach fashion Protection from summer rays Practical caution ...
    1 week ago
  • Then theres the Devil


    Poems at The Poetry Showcase - Share your poems at the Poetry ShowcaseAuthority Authority: 137
    Then theres the Devil Then theres the devil: Lost a good job in heaven, Rather rule in hell.
    1 week ago
  • Melbournes Special Bumble Bee


    Gemma's ~ "Greyscale Territory" ~ Poetic SonglinesAuthority Authority: 114
    Trams are a bright and colourful feature of the Melbourne streetscape! This one is travelling along Swanston Street. Melbournes trams emerged in 1885. For more details, see HERE ! Trams buzzing around Splashes of streetscape colour A breath of delight Hosted by Drowsey Monkey Click on the badges to view ...
    1 week ago
  • Sunday Savvy 15


    Lunch BreakAuthority Authority: 109
    Grenada golf course image from google revisit Sunday Savvy 14 Sunday and the culture of reward: I remember myself as an adult going on vacation and spending time at an uncles house in Grenada. While he was at work i busied myself with the natural spoils of Grand Anse beach; the beautiful white sands, the glass ...
    1 week ago
  • Big-Sky Writing


    Another Lost SharkAuthority Authority: 109
    Last Monday I took a drive out into the big-sky country of Western QLD, stopping at Roma to speak with a dedicated group of local writers about their vision for the future of writing in our state. The discussion was rich and it was wonderful to see such a self-sufficient and supportive community. An in depth account ...
    1 week ago
  • A good excuse


    Poetry in emotion Authority Authority: 112
    Tiptoe, tiptoe silent wander  Sleep walk to the fridge  If you catch me with a mouthful  Sleepwalk is to be blamed  Sleepwalk, sleepwalk  it wasnt me   Sleepwalk is to be blamed  
    1 week ago
  • Old friends


    Thin spiral notebookAuthority Authority: 111
    Hello my old friends Any new stories to tell? It’s been a long time 5,7,5 Haiku Friday is hosted by Lou at LouCeeL . In an effort to fulfill a promise to myself, I visited my local public library for some new ( to me ) books. And! I’ve been reading them. Tagged: Books , haiku , photography , ...
    1 week ago
  • Haiku Poems For Kids


    Haiku PoemsAuthority Authority: 103
    Haiku Poems For Kids Friendly air feels good Its so nice to run and run Playing is so fun Laugh when you feel sad Dance even if youre weary Enjoy life while young Sleep while night is young Wake up when the sun is out Sleeping is good Feel the air and run Cheer, laugh and chase happiness ...
    1 week ago

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