One gift that Japanese immigrants brought over with them is this cute little ... who adore their mochi's texture and taste. Crystal: Hi! Brian: Hi, Crystal. More from Food ...

We've all seen them — mochi, the small, jelly-looking, but also somehow powdery-looking, balls in various colors. Whether you've tried it or not, there's no doubt this tiny, gummy food has taken ...

Mochi is a popular food in Japan, especially during the New Year's holiday. Tokyo Fire Department officials advise cutting mochi into small pieces and chewing thoroughly before swallowing.

Two people died in Japan after choking on mochi to celebrate the new year. Despite officials warning the population about the choking hazard posed by the popular rice cake that is traditionally ...

Two people in Japan have died and seven others had to be taken to hospitals after choking on mochi, a sweet rice cake that can prove difficult to swallow if not thoroughly chewed. In just the ...