The mochi, available in a box of eight for $ ... As if that were not enough, Chinese restaurant Min Jiang’s new rendition bestows upon it an extra serving of prosperity. Here, the golden-hued ...

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.

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. The National Police Agency and the Fire and Disaster Management ...