The writing style of few words Haiku poetry is a beautiful representation of Japanese culture. Famed for its three lines and non-rhyming stanza with a syllable pattern of 5-7-5 Haiku has become common in western culture. Haiku Poetry Day celebrates this specific art style in the midst of National Poetry Month with the intention of bringing respect, love, and attention for the more muted poetry style.
Originally called Hokku in the mind 1600s as an opening for Renga, another Japanese poetry style, Haiku was recognized as its own style in the 1800s and eventually renamed after many writers began writing the three verses as stand alones.
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What is Haiku Poetry Day
Haiku Poetry Day is a specific day in the month of Poetry Month dedicated to the writing style of the three-lined stanza. The intention is to bring insight into what is considered trivial, usually the aspects of nature or the seasons. The day is meant to bring to light this underappreciated writing style while also bringing attention to the Japanese culture in which is was derived from.
The History of Haiku Poetry Day
While the art of Haiku has its own history with its creation the actual day was founded by the Haiku Foundation and registered by Sari Grandstaff in 2007. The holiday was slow in rising, but eventually it gained momentum over time with more and more people observing it every year.
When is Haiku Poetry Day
Founded in America, Haiku Poetry Day is celebrated April 17th, the heart of Poetry Month, encouraging all to take a stab at creativity.
Haiku Poetry Day Dates
This year Haiku Poetry Day is celebrated on Monday, Apr 17, 2023
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Date
Day
2023
Apr 17
Monday
2024
Apr 17
Wednesday
2025
Apr 17
Thursday
2026
Apr 17
Friday
2027
Apr 17
Saturday
2028
Apr 17
Monday
How is Haiku Poetry Day Celebrated
The joy of Haiku Poetry Day it’s the simplicity in observing it. Some may choose the individual route by either reading a Haiku poetry book or even taking the time to write one of their own poems. Other groups have made a special day of celebration. Gatherings for readings and artist collaborations are held nation wide. The art of Haiku has even been incorporated into short films.
Why We Love Haiku Poetry Day
The simplicity and creativity of this art form is why so many people have fallen in love with Haiku. The rules for Haiku is flexible. While it is nearly always three lines the lack of rhythm and flexibility on number of verses makes it a fun away for people of all ages to participate. The focus is more on image and less on metephor which makes the style less daunting to beginner writers. The art style also causes one to view the trivial, easily overlooked, world around us with a fresh perspective. What was once dull and drab now holds a new type of wonder.
Conclusion
Haiku Poetry Day is a beautiful day in an already phenomenal month that is designed to bring together people of all ages and writing cababilities. It is meant as a day to collaborate and celebrate the beauty of the world around them yet still bringing attention the the Japanese Culture that founded it.
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