もち (mochi)

Definition

Mochi is a traditional Japanese rice cake made from glutinous rice that is pounded into a sticky and chewy texture.

Related terms

餅つき (mochitsuki): The process of pounding the glutinous rice to make mochi.

お餅 (omochi): Another term for mochi, often used when referring to individual pieces of the rice cake.

鏡餅 (kagamimochi): A special type of mochi arrangement consisting of two stacked round cakes, traditionally displayed during New Year celebrations.