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The Korea Haiku Federation will hold the 42nd Korea Haiku Thursday Lecture on Thursday, June 25, 2026.
This lecture will explore the life and literature of Masaoka Shiki (正岡子規), who led the modernization and innovation of Japanese haiku. We will also discuss new directions for the development of Korea Haiku, connecting future generations with the wider world.
We warmly welcome everyone interested in Korea Haiku, Japanese haiku literature, and international cultural exchange.
Thursday, June 25, 2026, 5:00–7:00 p.m.
Conference Room, Busan Sijo Poets Association
Room 1208, Yuwon Golden Tower Officetel
27 Seomyeonmunhwa-ro, Busanjin-gu, Busan
※ Near Yeonggwang Bookstore
010-4154-9096
Lecturer: Professor Ahn Soo-hyun, Ph.D. in Literature
Secretary-General, Korea Haiku Federation
Masaoka Shiki was a poet who transformed traditional haikai into modern haiku and opened a new path for modern Japanese poetry through his literary principle of shasei (写生, sketching from life).
This lecture will examine Shiki’s journeys and movements, his illness and literary transformation, his sensory observations, and the aesthetics of shasei.
Particular attention will be given to the background of his celebrated haiku, 「柿くへば鐘が鳴るなり法隆寺」, including his journey to Nara, the Goshogaki persimmon, the resonance of the temple bell, and the sense of place associated with Hōryūji Temple.
A bite of persimmon
the temple bell rings afar—
Hōryūji at dusk
柿くへば
Ka-ki-ku-e-ba
A bite of persimmon
鐘が鳴るなり
Ka-ne-ga-na-ru-na-ri
The temple bell rings afar
法隆寺
Hō-ryū-ji
Hōryūji at dusk
Together, we will appreciate how the taste of a single persimmon, the deep resonance of a Buddhist temple bell, and the evening landscape of the ancient capital of Nara were condensed into a single haiku.
Moderator: Professor Kim Su-seong, Ph.D. in Literature
Director of Administration, Korea Haiku Federation
Establishing an organizational framework for the Korea Haiku World Youth Festival
Creating a global Korea Haiku ecosystem in which future generations can participate in literary creation
Developing an online Korea Haiku archive and strengthening international communication
Developing a cooperative model for haiku cultural exchange that connects people across national borders
Through these discussions, we aim to create a foundation that enables teenagers and young adults to participate actively in Korea Haiku creation and international exchange.
We will also explore future directions for a global Korea Haiku network encompassing the Korean, English, and Japanese languages.
Those wishing to attend the 42nd Korea Haiku Thursday Lecture are kindly requested to click the “Participate” button displayed on the website.
Registration information will be used to prepare the venue, arrange seating, and provide lecture materials. To help us ensure the smooth operation of the event, please indicate your intention to attend in advance.
The Korea Haiku Federation seeks to broaden the horizons of Hangul aesthetics through the creation of haiku in the Korean language.
Beyond the barriers of nationality, culture, history, and ideology, we aspire to contribute to the creation of a beautiful world in which humanity and nature coexist in harmony.
Your interest and participation will help shape a new future for Korea Haiku.
