A simple, short poem with a fixed refrain ... “Iris of Life” is a testament to her immense skill when it comes to beautiful imagery. This is a poem that wonderfully captures joy and gratitude.

Arguably one of the most beautiful love poems ever written ... The simplicity and precision of short Japanese poems, and their ability to convey so much in so few characters, later inspired ...

Couples who choose to have poems read out during their wedding ceremonies often want to find beautiful and moving verses that sum up their romance, without falling into the trap of being cloying ...