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 people died in Japan after choking on mochi to celebrate the new year. Despite officials warning the population about the ...

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.