# THF Haiku > A curated collection of global haiku poems for discovery and enjoyment. (iPhone/iPad app by Luke Bradford.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thf-haiku/id453464896 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Luke Bradford](https://appshunter.io/developer/326971268) - Category: Entertainment, Books - Price: Free - Rating: 4.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 11 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 12+ - Requires: iOS 7.0 · 9 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2011-08-03 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thf-haiku/id453464896/reviews.md ## What is THF Haiku? Explore the world of haiku with this app from The Haiku Foundation. THF Haiku puts a collection of hundreds of beautiful poems from around the world at your fingertips so you can enjoy them anywhere. Search through the library by author, source, or content, or shake your phone for a random selection from the entire collection. As Jim Kacian, founder of The Haiku Foundation, says: "Live with these poems a little bit every day and you will find yourself entering a world of special noticing, heightened significance, and more natural relationships." “An excellently curated collection of haiku, this includes thoughtful translations of works by Japanese masters, poems by some of the top modern poets (including a few not normally associated with haiku), and fine works by unknown — or little-known — writers.” ## Key features - Extensive haiku collection - Search by author, source, content - Random poem generator (shake) - Curated by The Haiku Foundation - Thoughtful translations ## Recent user reviews (10 of 11) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thf-haiku/id453464896/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Bogus. Nor even haiku *2020-08-23* I started with five randoms and four didn’t even have the 5-7-5 meter. I gave up and will delete it after this review. ### 5/5 — One of my favorite apps *2019-06-21* I read a haiku each morning—they are always profound and absolutely lovely in their own way. ### 3/5 — Doesn't stop! *2015-06-26* Nice idea. Random play scrolls through the selections with out stopping so the only way to read a haiku is by selecting one from the library. Has potential. ### 5/5 — Thought provoking *2015-02-22* Inspirational. Others words enlighten me, and cure writers block. 💛 Twitter @haikuciani ### 5/5 — Excellent poems; wide-ranging eras and styles *2014-09-10* An excellently curated collection of haiku, this includes thoughtful translations of works by Japanese masters, poems by some of the top modern poets (including a few not normally associated with haiku), and fine works by unknown -- or little-known -- writers. You can let the application choose a random haiku, or leaf through a library of poets and first lines. For anybody who appreciates poetry, THF Haiku is a wise purchase. If the developers expand this periodically, or offer annual updates, it will be a prize. ### 1/5 — Just crashes *2014-02-06* Thought it was supposed to be 5-7-5. Where's the haiku in crash? (Nothing lower than one star, so gave it a one.) ### 1/5 — Won't open, crashes *2013-02-24* This SOUNDS like a good app, but it won't open. Flickers the screen black then goes back to home screen. ### 4/5 — Twitter Bug *2012-04-26* I am a big fan of this app. It's a fantastic cross section of contemporary English language haiku and great to read anywhere. Plus the share features are great. The only reason I didn't give the app 5 stars is because of a Twitter Bug that came about in the most recent update. When you tweet from the app you can't get back to the haiku. Your stuck on the tweet page and have to close the app and reopen it to read more. This wasn't a problem on the initial release. Also, for my wish list, it would be cool if when you tweet the haiku that some hash tags could be auto included in the tweet such as "#haiku" or "#thf" for The Haiku Foundation. This would help the app folks and THF up their rankings in the wild. ### 5/5 — THF Haiku *2011-09-17* Excellent ### 4/5 — Does what it says *2011-08-15* Nice backgrounds. The information on haikus is completely worth reading. Good searching. Nice UI and design. ## Frequently asked questions about THF Haiku ### What is THF Haiku? THF Haiku is a free application that provides a large collection of haiku poems from various authors and sources worldwide. It allows users to search for poems or discover new ones by shaking their device. ### Is THF Haiku free to use? Yes, THF Haiku is completely free to download and use. It does not feature any in-app purchases or advertisements. ### What kind of poems can I find in THF Haiku? The app features a curated collection including translations of Japanese masters, works by modern poets, and poems by lesser-known writers, offering a diverse range of haiku. ### Can I search for specific poems in THF Haiku? Yes, you can search through the library by author, source, or the content of the poem to find specific haiku that interest you. ### What devices does THF Haiku support? THF Haiku is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, making it accessible to a wide range of Apple users. ### How often is THF Haiku updated? The app was last updated on January 14, 2016, with version 5.0. While not frequently updated, its core content remains a stable collection of haiku. ### What is the age rating for THF Haiku? THF Haiku has an age rating of 12+, suggesting it is suitable for users aged 12 and above. ### How does THF Haiku compare to other poetry apps? THF Haiku stands out with its specific focus on haiku and its curated collection from The Haiku Foundation, offering a specialized literary experience rather than a general poetry platform. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 5.0 — 2016-01-14 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. - 365 new haiku for the new year! - Minor bugfixes and improvements ### 4.0.3 — 2015-06-02 Corrected attributions for some haiku ### 4.0.2 — 2015-03-02 - Removed some duplicate poems and corrected author attribution - Fix for sharing crash on iPad in iOS 7 ### 4.0 — 2015-02-18 - Hundreds of new poems from around the world. - UI updates for iOS 8. - Enhanced sharing feature. ### 3.0 — 2014-01-01 A new collection of 365 poems from around the world for the new year! ## Apps similar to THF Haiku | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Mind Flow Sketch](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mind-flow-sketch/id1493626050) | — | Free | Entertainment | | [Odysseail](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/odysseail/id6473419423) | — | Free | Entertainment | | [PoeticÁI](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poeticai/id6445949096) | 4.3 (4) | Free | Entertainment | | [Aiku](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aiku/id6467768859) | 5.0 (6) | Free | Entertainment | | [Find Anime ! 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