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posted by  AkihabaraBot | 5 years, 5 months ago

A series about Japanese culture, life and travel for all of us who are currently staying home to flatten the curve.
Many travel plans, including our own, have been put on hold due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Known today as the greatest poet of the Edo Period, Matsuo Basho was also incredibly well travelled.
While much of the landscape may have changed, here are five of my favourite of his haiku inspired by places you can visit today.
Chusonji TempleThe billow-crested sea / falling on Sado beyond / the Milky WayThis verse describing a view of Sado Island from the coast is especially rich with hidden meaning.