Mochi is not just a dessert but a piece of Japanese culture that dates back centuries. The history of this delicate treat begins in ancient Japan, where mochi played an essential role in religious ...

The most important parts of the Japanese text on the front of that package are チョコ, “chocolate,” and 餅, “mochi,” but the whole thing translates to Delicious Chocolate Kirimochi to Bake.” Kirimochi, ...

Ichigo daifuku is one of Japan’s most beloved Japanese-style sweets. In its orthodox form it consists of a mochi dumpling with anko (sweet red bean paste) inside and a strawberry (ichigo in Japanese) ...

Walking down West Fourth Street, you’ll find many students running to class, calling friends and responding to emails — all ...