Haiku's and Tanka's

These are two types of poetry, both founded in Japan, with the Tanka being the oldest form of poetry to date.

Both usually relate to nature and the seasons, but the Tanka puts emphasis on the author's feelings.

Haiku has a total of 17 syllables, the Tanka has a total of 31 syllables.

Here are some i have tried to make on my own-




My Haiku-

"Peering through the keyhole
Untamed weeds grow wild
..Like my habit gone rogue"











My Tanka-


"A sea of smell and taste
Claustrophobic as a fish market..
An unappetising sight,
One that you will do well to avoid.
Thats right, its the school canteen!






-Gautam