after: 6

the chrysanthemums gone

there's nothing

but radishes

Basho (1644-1694)

Between the chrysanthemums and the plum blossons, there aren't many "poetical" subjects, says Basho. The true poet, though, might take a look at the radishes.

the radish grower

pointing the way

with a radish

Issa (1763-1827)

Issa is perhaps the most lovable of the haiku masters.

For an explanation of "afters," see the post for Nov. 2, 2010.