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Mochi Causes 2 Deaths & Lands 15 in the Hospital. Is This Sweet Treat Really That Dangerous?

January 3, 2013 // 6:40 pm

Who knew that mochi — the slightly sweet and chewy rice cake confection from Japan — could be so dangerous?

According to the Tokyo Fire Department, the popular New Year’s candy is responsible for the deaths of two men in 2013 — both choked on the gummy confection. 15…

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