Special Exhibition: Bashō and Edo Period Haiku Poets
Period: April 10 (Fri) – July 13 (Mon), Reiwa 8 (2026)
Closed: Wednesdays on April 22, May 13, 20, 27, June 3, 10, 17
This exhibition introduces the works of Matsuo Bashō and his disciples (the Bashō School), haiku poets from the early period of haikai before Bashō, and haiku poets from the late Edo period after Bashō. Discover the charm of haikai and the evolution of styles by haiku poets active in the Edo haiku scene.
☆Highlights☆
〇 Ten of Matsuo Bashō's original manuscripts will be exhibited, including three designated cultural properties of Yamagata City (permanent exhibition included).
〇 Bashō's genuine calligraphy of 'Yo ni furu mo' (poem and prose on kaishi paper) will also be displayed. This work reflects Matsuo Bashō's thoughts on the journeys of past poets and writers, and it also reveals Bashō's view on life.
〇 The collaborative work 'Haru moyaya' (hokku with painting) by Bashō and his disciple Morikawa Kyoroku will also be exhibited. It is one of the masterpieces of haiga from the Edo period.