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senryu
A form of Japanese poetry with the same 5-7-5 syllable structure as haiku, but focusing on human nature, satire, or humor rather than nature and seasons.
川柳 shares the 5-7-5 mora structure with 俳句, but differs in content and requirements.
Key differences from haiku
- No 季語 (seasonal word) required
- Focuses on human nature, satire, humor
- Often witty or ironic observations about daily life
- Uses colloquial language more freely
The name comes from 柄井川柳, an Edo period poet who popularized this form.