Tanka is a traditional form of Japanese poetry that consists of a total of 31 syllables divided into five lines with this structure:
* Line 1: 5 syllables
* Line 2: 7 syllables
* Line 3: 5 syllables
* Line 4: 7 syllables
* Line 5: 7 syllables
Tanka often focus on nature and the human experience, with a strong emphasis on imagery and emotion.