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English Haiku Experience at Matsuyama Castle
About
Known as the “Haiku Capital,” Matsuyama is the birthplace of Masaoka Shiki, who redefined haiku as a form of modern literature, laid the foundations of contemporary haiku, and gave it the name “haiku.” The city is also the cradle of haiku innovation. It is home to many sites associated with renowned poets, including the hermitage where Santōka Taneda spent his final years, making Matsuyama truly the spiritual home of haiku. In Matsuyama, haiku is deeply woven into everyday life and urban culture and is actively shared both within Japan and internationally, making the city a uniquely important source of modern haiku culture. Drawing inspiration from seasonal landscapes and historic settings, ...
Included: Round-trip Matsuyama Castle Ropeway & Lift fare
Matsuyama Castle Keep admission
Other personal expenses
Meeting Points
Departure
Matsuyama Castle Ropeway and Lift Foothill Station「Shinonome-guchi」
12:50 Meet at the conference room on the 2nd floor of the Matsuyama Castle Ropeway Station
Return
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Participants aged 13 and under are not permitted to participate.
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Participants who are unable to read, write, or communicate in English are not permitted to participate.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Known as the “Haiku Capital,” Matsuyama is the birthplace of Masaoka Shiki, who redefined haiku as a form of modern literature, laid the foundations of contemporary haiku, and gave it the name “haiku.” The city is also the cradle of haiku innovation. It is home to many sites associated with renowned poets, including the hermitage where Santōka Taneda spent his final years, making Matsuyama truly the spiritual home of haiku. In Matsuyama, haiku is deeply woven into everyday life and urban culture and is actively shared both within Japan and internationally, making the city a uniquely important source of modern haiku culture. Drawing inspiration from seasonal landscapes and historic settings, ...
Participants take part in a gin-kō (haiku walk) at Matsuyama Castle, one of Japan’s twelve original surviving castle keeps. Drawing inspiration from seasonal landscapes and historic settings, they compose English-language haiku, share their poems, and receive commentary from the instructor, all under the guidance of an English haiku instructor. The experience is casual yet authentic, offering meaningful engagement with haiku. Opportunities to experience English-language haiku in this way are rare worldwide, making this a truly unique and valuable experience.
Note: This tour is designed for enjoying the creation of English-language haiku. The tour is conducted in both English and Japanese.
