Japanese Poem Course
Enhance your humanities skills through the Japanese Poem Course. Delve into the history, structure, and rhythm of haiku, tanka, and senryū. Develop expertise in seasonal imagery and close reading, then produce your own polished poems supported by well-documented creative portfolios that showcase accurate interpretations and original compositions.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course introduces haiku, tanka, and senryū, blending their history, analysis, and creative exercises. Master elements like kigo, kireji, syllable patterns, and rhythm, using Japanese scripts, romaji, and translations. Guided breakdowns, writing tasks, and a final portfolio build skills for precise analysis, insightful notes, and bold original poetry.
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Develop skills
- Analyze Japanese haiku, tanka, and senryū using precise formal terms.
- Interpret kigo and cultural references for deeper contextual understanding.
- Compose refined English haiku, tanka, and senryū following Japanese forms.
- Compare Japanese and English prosody to explore rhythm, tone, and voice.
- Create a scholarly poem portfolio with proper annotations, citations, and notes.
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