What does hokku mean?
A traditional form of Japanese poetry, consisting of three lines with a syllable count of 5, 7, and 5. It is often used to capture a moment or image from nature.
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"The hokku's simplicity and focus on nature made it a popular form of poetry among the Japanese people."
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