Prince Ooama (later Emperor Tenmu, 631-686) On Mimiga Ridge, I hear the sounds . . . Of snow that Falls without cease, Without time. Of rain that splays Without end, Without pause. Of no corner Left untouched By the storm . . . And I …
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Prince Ooama (later Emperor Tenmu, 631-686) You have A violet scent, my darling, But I hate That you’re another’s wife, So how is it I love you? A reply to poem #20 Original Text Modern Text Pronunciation 大海人 大海人 Ooama 紫草能 紫の Murasaki no 尓保敝類妹乎 …
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