The Japanese Culture Association’s annual haiku contest is now open to submissions in both English and Japanese. Haiku is a traditional form of Japanese poetry that consists of three lines following a 5-7-5 sentence pattern. Traditionally, haiku were most commonly written about nature, often containing a “kigo,” or seasonal word. For the Photo Haiku Contest, we ask that you also submit an image to accompany your poem. Drawings or photographs are both accepted. While AI can be used to create the image, the poem itself should be an original poem.
Prizes will be given to the first-place winner in each category. Entries will be accepted through March 31, and winners will be announced in person at the Japan Festival April 11 in the RSC. Prize winners will also be announced on the submission page on Padlet following the festival.
For questions, email Jennifer Musaji at jennifer.musaji@gmail.com.