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

Dozens of people soaked and splashed themselves in painfully icy cold water in a pool at a Tokyo shrine, adhering to Japanese ...

East Asian countries including Japan, China and Taiwan welcomed the New Year with spectacular celebrations and firework ...

Madonna rang in the New Year in style by taking a trip to Japan. And The Queen of Pop, 66, shared a series of snaps to her Instagram on Wednesday, showcasing her incredible getaway and her ...

We are delighted to invite you to our special New Year’s event, “The Japanese New Year Celebration in Washington” at George Mason University Mason Square. Join us for a day filled with ...

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.