Hyakunin Isshu No.39 of Yoga Promenade
The poet is Sangi Hitoshi. “Sangi” is the position in the imperial court. His name was Minamoto-no Hitoshi.
It is said that Hitoshi sent this poem to a woman. It starts with the view of a wild field of short bamboos and weeds. The word “Shino-hara (field with short bamboos)” is connected to the word “shinobu (endure by hiding one’s intention).” It is concluded by talking about his love that is too much to hide.
Hyakunin Isshu No.39 of Yoga Promenade
The poet is Sangi Hitoshi. “Sangi” is the position in the imperial court. His name was Minamoto-no Hitoshi.
It is said that Hitoshi sent this poem to a woman. It starts with the view of a wild field of short bamboos and weeds. The word “Shino-hara (field with short bamboos)” is connected to the word “shinobu (endure by hiding one’s intention).” It is concluded by talking about his love that is too much to hide.