Described in Bashō's Haikai Research on ‘Autumn Moon’

In this study, the theme of ‘Autumn Moon was focused on the nature depicted in Bashō's Haikai, and various meanings and roles implied in the’Autumn Moon depicted in Bashō's Haikai were studied. Among Bashō's works related to ‘Autumn Moon’ include works depicting typical moonlit night scenery, works depicting place names, Narrative, Legends, Objects, etc as metaphors, works containing the meaning of memorial, and other fragmentary works. In Basho's work, you can see Basho's view of nature, which regards himself as a part of nature and describes his environment in preparation for changes in the natural environment. ‘Bashō's work on the ’Autumn Moon’ can be said to be an important material confirming the relationship with nature, which is based on the idea of Bashō Haikai.