Bashō's Letter to Shado, written by Matsuo Bashō
This is a letter from Bashō to his disciple, Shado. It contains advice for Shado, among other things.
Numerous materials are on display, including handwritten letters by the haiku poet Matsuo Bashō, works by his disciples (Shōmon), and materials related to 'Oku no Hosomichi' (The Narrow Road to the Deep North). Visitors can also watch videos about Bashō.
Focusing on the museum's collection, we present Bashō's life and achievements, his surroundings and disciples, depicted mountain temples, and more, including: ① From his hometown to Edo and his reclusive life in Fukagawa, ② Travels and hermitage, ③ The journey of 'Oku no Hosomichi', ④ Wandering in Kamigata, ⑤ Later years and final journey, etc.These are introduced under various themes.