Hanatō's Cat Haikus, Pt. 4

Today, more astounding verse by the Haiku master Hanatō Fukui (1650 - 1730), from the new translation by Trini Savitch.

Three days, no shaving.
White cat rubs my drunken hulk.
When I wake - white beard!

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Moonlight fills my room,
I dream of Kyoto girls.
Hot breath. Claws. Hungry cat!

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Lithe cat chases light,
Tries to catch pond reflections.
Koi oblivious.

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