Sakura (haiku)

by Hatori   May 17, 2007


The rustling leaves,
Of a cherry blossom tree,
Spreading gracefully.

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Haiku: a major form of Japanese verse, written in 17 syllables divided into 3 lines of 5, 7, and 5 syllables, and employing highly evocative allusions and comparisons, often on the subject of nature or one of the seasons.

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  • 16 years ago

    by NyellMoonlight

    You write superb haiku poetry, and this one is not an exception. 5/5