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Poems by Matsuo Basho

Matsuo Basho (1644–1694) is represented here by 4 public-domain poems. The collection associates this work with Edo haiku and Japan.

1644–1694Edo haikuJapan4 poems

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  1. A cloud of flowers3 lines · nature · short lyric · edo haiku
  2. An ancient pond3 lines · short lyric · edo haiku · featured
  3. On a withered branch3 lines · short lyric · edo haiku · featured
  4. The cry of the cicada3 lines · short lyric · edo haiku · featured