Haiku poetry by Matsuo Basho (1644-1694).

Matsuo Basho, a Japanese poet who lived in the 17th century, was the original writer of The Aged Mother.

No, Matsuo Basho is not part of the Story of the Aged Mother. Basho was a famous Japanese poet known for his haiku poetry, while "The Story of the Aged Mother" is a traditional Japanese folktale that tells the tale of a mother and her son.

Matsuo Basho, a famous Japanese poet of the Edo period, was never married and is believed to have lived a solitary life dedicated to his poetry and travels.

The cast of Basho - 2008 includes: Yoshi Oida as Basho Matsuo Dai Tabuchi as Chiri