One of the best parts about trying different national cuisines is seeing a country's interpretation of the various food categories. The French have pâtisserie, and in Japan, they have a style of ...

Mochi and dango are both wonderfully chewy, rice-based Japanese treats that can be found in various delightful flavors and beautiful colors. Both fall under the category of wagashi, which are ...

In a small shop nestled in Los Angeles’ Little Tokyo neighborhood, a small but popular Japanese confectionary shop called Fugetsu-Do is turning 120 years old. Though this is a remarkable achievement — ...

Following is a transcript of the video. Crystal Lee: This is rainbow dango, bite-sized orbs of colorful, tender mochi. In a process similar to taffy, it's made every day by hand along with a selection ...

In a small shop nestled in Los Angeles’ Little Tokyo neighborhood, a small but popular Japanese confectionary shop called Fugetsu-Do is turning 120 years old. Though this is a remarkable achievement — ...

Select an option below to continue reading this premium story. Already a Honolulu Star-Advertiser subscriber? Log in now to continue reading. “Chichi mochi isn’t the traditional pounded mochi, which ...

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Fujiya is a 71-year-old Japanese confectionery which uses Hawaiian influences. Alyssa Young and Dani Emoto joined Take2 to teach Brittni Friedlander how to make their popular ...

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Hinamatsuri, better known as Girls’ Day or Doll Festival, is a holiday in Japan celebrated annually on March 3. It’s also observed in Hawaii. To celebrate the day, locals often buy ...