The most devastating haiku

And a small introduction to kigo

Limited space within a poem is often seen as merely limiting; however, there are many times when the lack is actually a gift. When it comes to haiku, four poets are often considered the great masters: Matsuo Bashō, Yosa Buson, Kobayashi Issa, and Masaoka Shiki. These poets helped refine and shape the haiku tradition, which is commonly structured in a 5-…