If you’ve never tried Hawaiian butter mochi, you’re in for a treat! This chewy, golden-brown dessert is a delightful fusion ...

In Japan, the New Year is a time of celebration, filled with cherished traditions and delicious foods. One such delicacy is ...

Two elderly men in Japan choked to death on mochi rice cakes as part of a New Year’s tradition that authorities have issued ...

Two elderly men died after choking on mochi on the first three days of the New Year in Japan. This sticky, sweet traditional ...

Two men in Tokyo, Japan died after choking on mochi around New Years, and now officials are warning others to take care when ...

However, Japan’s warabimochi is quite different. The traditional Japanese dessert is a delicate, jelly-like treat made with ...

Mochi, a doughy cake made from steamed sweet rice, is more than just a nostalgic taste of Japan; the very act of making mochi – a "mochitsuki" – takes on special significance on New Year's Day.

Pounding and eating mochi offers good luck, health, prosperity and happiness.

Choking on mochi is so common that authorities offer tips every year on how to help someone who has the food lodged in their throat.