The Way Of Haiku: Waking Up Through Writing (4 of 9)

Kazuaki Tanahashi and Peter Levitt’s discussion on Haiku delves into the depth and nuances of this poetic form, exploring its historical context, cultural significance, and the intricacies of its composition. They discuss the story of a young female poet who impressed one of Basho’s main students with her Haiku, demonstrating the longstanding tradition of Haiku as a revered art form. Tanahashi emphasizes the importance of sound, visual effect, and seasonal elements in Haiku. He explains that the beauty of Haiku often lies in the unexpected pairing of elements that creates a sense of surprise or a clash, leading to a deeper insight or image. The summary for Peter Levitt’s portion of the talk is provided in the next part (#5). To access the resources page for this program, please sign up by clicking here.