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 ...

The Japan-America Society of Northwest Florida (JAS) will usher in the “Year of the Snake” with its 31st annual Japanese New Year Celebration on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025, at the Wright Place in ...

and engaging activities to celebrate the start of the New Year, Japanese style! This is a wonderful opportunity to experience the rich traditions of Japan. We encourage you to bring your friends ...

Japan’s Emperor Naruhito and his family waved from a balcony window to throngs of New Year’s well-wishers, some shouting, ...

A formal ceremony heralded the start of the Japan's sumo wrestling season at the Meiji Jingu shrine on Tuesday, two months ...

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.