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Make National Mochi Day extra special with delicious homemade mochi recipes, fun activities, and exclusive discounts!
It's time to celebrate National Mochi Day on August 8! This day is dedicated to the delicious sweet treat that has been around for centuries. Mochi, a Japanese rice cake made from pounded sticky rice, has been enjoyed since ancient times and has become a popular snack all over the world. It is often filled with sweet bean paste or other types of fillings, and can be served in different shapes and sizes. So grab some mochi and get ready to celebrate this beloved treat!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>794</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Mochi's Ancient Origins</div><div class='timeline-text'>Originating in Japan, mochi was a luxury food for the Japanese Heian court and used in religious offerings.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1600s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Mochi for the Masses</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the Edo period, methods of preparation had improved enough that mochi became more accessible to the general public.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Mochi Goes International</div><div class='timeline-text'>With the Meiji restoration and subsequent Western influence, mochi started being filled with non-traditional fillings like strawberries, ushering it onto the international stage.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Mochi Ice Cream</div><div class='timeline-text'>Mikawaya, a Japanese confectionary based in Los Angeles, introduced mochi ice cream to the U.S. market, creating a new fusion dessert that gained rapid popularity.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2014</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div the='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First National Mochi Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>Marking a recognition of the dessert's wide popularity, the first National Mochi Day was christened on August 8th, celebrated widely with unique variations of the delicacy.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make your own mochi</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Making mochi is easy and fun. All you need is mochiko flour, sugar, water, and cornstarch. Mix the ingredients together, roll the dough out into a flat sheet, cut into shapes, and enjoy your homemade mochi.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a mochi shop</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Visit a mochi shop to celebrate National Mochi Day. Sample all the different flavors they have to offer and take some home to share with family and friends.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go for mochi ice cream</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>What better way to celebrate National Mochi Day then with a scoop of mochi ice cream? Head over to your local ice cream shop to get your hands on this delicious treat.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make mochi cupcakes</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Making cupcakes with mochi is simple. Start by making the cupcake batter, adding pieces of mochi in the batter, then bake. Decorate the cupcakes with icing and sprinkles for added fun.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a Mochi party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your friends over for a Mochi Party! Provide different flavors of mochi for everyone to try, along with other snacks like tea and ice cream. Play some games and have a great time.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Mochi is chewy and delicious</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The texture of mochi is unique and hard to resist. It has a slightly chewy exterior that gives way to a soft, gummy interior when it's cooked. The best part? You can eat it plain or dress up with sauces, fillings, and powders - talk about versatile!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Mochi makes for easy snacking</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Whether you're craving something sweet or savory, there's a mochi for you. From traditional Japanese flavors like matcha and red bean to peanut butter and jelly and even pizza, the options are nearly endless. And because they come individually wrapped, they make for an ideal grab-and-go snack!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Mochi is fun to make</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Making your own mochi at home is easier than you might think. With just a few basic ingredients like rice flour, sugar, water, and food coloring, you can have fresh mochi in no time! Plus, you can try out tons of different flavors and enjoy them with friends and family - what could be better?</p></div></div>
National Mochi Day is celebrated on August 8th every year. In 2024 National Mochi Day will occur on a Thursday.
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