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SUPER FAST POUNDING MOCHI in NARA | How to Cook Yomogi Mochi at Home | Nakatanido

SUPER FAST POUNDING MOCHI in NARA | How to Cook Yomogi Mochi at Home | Nakatanido

Making Yomogi Mochi at Home Inspired by Nakatanido’s Famous Technique Have you ever heard of Nakatanido (中谷堂)? It’s a renowned mochi shop in Nara, famous not just for its mochi but for the mesmerizing speed at which it’s pounded. http://www.nakatanidou.jp/english/ This isn’t just for show; 

Cherry Blossom Water Cake | A Step-by-Step Guide to The Japanese Spring’s Best Dessert

Cherry Blossom Water Cake | A Step-by-Step Guide to The Japanese Spring’s Best Dessert

The Japanese Water Cake, also known as Mizu Shingen Mochi, is a clear and delicate dessert that resembles a giant water droplet. It’s popular for its almost mystical appearance and its unique texture, which is similar to that of traditional mochi but softer and more