Two elderly men in Japan choked to death on mochi rice cakes as part of a New Year’s tradition that authorities have issued ...

Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako wave to well-wishers from a balcony at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo during a New ...

This festival said hello to the new year on Sunday and looked forward to celebrating the Lunar New Year, Year of the Snake, ...

Choking on mochi is so common that authorities offer tips every year on how to help someone who has the food lodged in their ...

Held every January 9, the Maebashi Hatsuichi Festival in Gunma Prefecture celebrates the end of the previous year and ...

We will soon embrace the Year of the Snake, a time that "symbolizes wisdom and rebirth." Start that wise journey in Little ...

Learn about one of the most delightful (and eagerly anticipated) New Year’s traditions in Japan. Receivingotoshidama (New ...

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 downtown Pensacola. Festivities will take place from ...

The best & worst time to visit Japan? This guide breaks down the pros and cons of each season to help you plan your perfect ...