Free AI Haiku Generator
Generate Beautiful Haiku Poems with AI — 5-7-5 Perfection
Capture a moment in 17 syllables — the ancient art of haiku, powered by AI
How to Write Haiku with AI
Haiku Prompt Ideas & Inspiration
Haiku
- A frog jumping into an old pond
- The first snow of winter falling on the city
- Morning coffee steam rising while the world wakes up
Tips for Better Haiku
- Focus on a single vivid image or moment in nature
- Include a seasonal word (kigo) — cherry blossoms, snow, crickets, fallen leaves
- Create a juxtaposition or contrast between two images
- The third line should offer a twist, surprise, or deeper meaning
- Count syllables carefully: 5-7-5 is the traditional structure
- Use present tense to create immediacy
- Less is more — every word must earn its place
The Art of Haiku: 17 Syllables That Change Everything
Haiku originated in 17th-century Japan with masters like Matsuo Basho, Yosa Buson, and Kobayashi Issa. The form challenges poets to distill an entire world of meaning into just 17 syllables across three lines. The best haiku create a flash of insight — a moment where the reader sees something familiar in an entirely new way.
Haiku Variations
Traditional Haiku
Nature-focused with seasonal references (kigo)
Modern Haiku
Contemporary subjects with haiku structure
Senryu
Haiku-style poems about human nature and humor
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a haiku?
A haiku is a traditional Japanese poem form with three lines: 5 syllables, 7 syllables, and 5 syllables (17 total). Haiku traditionally focus on nature and seasons, capturing a single vivid moment or image.
Does the AI follow the 5-7-5 syllable rule?
Our AI is trained to follow the traditional 5-7-5 syllable structure. It focuses on creating meaningful, imagistic haiku while maintaining the correct syllable count.
Can I write haiku about non-nature topics?
Absolutely! While traditional haiku focus on nature, modern haiku can explore any subject — emotions, urban life, technology, relationships, and more.