Nascimento: 1644
, Near Ueno, Mie, Ueno, Iga Province
Falecimento: 1694-11-28
, Osaka
Matsuo Bashō was the most famous poet of the Edo period in Japan. He is considered one of the greatest masters of haiku, and his work has had a profound influence on Japanese literature.
Bashō traveled extensively throughout Japan, composing poetry inspired by his journeys. His style is characterized by its simplicity, depth, and connection to nature. He is also known for his travel diaries and prose.