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Summary

The webpage features a haiku titled "coldness sparks 私の息" by HANA, a Japanese-born writer, which is part of her "100 Haiku & Tanka Project," accompanied by its Japanese translation and a photograph by Aditya Vyas.

Abstract

The webpage presents the 83rd haiku from HANA's "100 Haiku & Tanka Project," a creative endeavor where she composes a haiku each day. The haiku "coldness sparks 私の息" captures the essence of coldness with imagery of twinkling glitter in the air and the warmth of breaths melting away. It is complemented by a serene photograph from Unsplash, taken by Aditya Vyas. The haiku is provided in both English and Japanese, showcasing HANA's bilingual writing skills. Additionally, the page offers links to the previous and next haikus in the series, as well as an overview of the project itself. HANA invites readers to explore her other works through her English publications on Medium and to follow her on Twitter.

Opinions

  • The haiku conveys a sense of wonder and beauty in the simple act of breathing in a cold environment.
  • The juxtaposition of coldness and the warmth of breath suggests a celebration of life and vitality amidst the chill.
  • The inclusion of the Japanese translation alongside the English version indicates a deep appreciation for both languages and cultures.
  • The photograph by Aditya Vyas visually enhances the haiku's theme, creating a multisensory experience for the reader.
  • HANA's project demonstrates a commitment to the daily practice of writing and the discipline of haiku poetry.
  • The invitation to follow HANA's work on Medium and Twitter reflects a desire to connect with a broader audience and share her creative process.

coldness sparks 私の息 — a Haiku

83 of Haiku 100, with Japanese translation(日本語訳付)

Photo by Aditya Vyas on Unsplash

coldness sparks twinkle twinkle glitter in air my breaths melt

私の息で 寒さきらきら 溶かしてく

Next Haiku :

Previous Haiku :

HANA is a Japanese born writer who writes stories and poems in both English and Japanese. If you are an English reader, you can follow her English publications, ‘Etude of Creativity (poetry, haiku, fiction)’ and ‘Japanese Writer (blogs & essays)’ or on Twitter.

All stories written by HANA are here (a list in English).

Haiku
Haiku100
Poetry
Winter
日本語
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