Often enjoyed during the Japanese New Year as a celebration ... Whole Foods and Safeway also carry mochi ice cream. Look for brands like Mikawaya, My/Mo, Maeda-en and Bubbies.

Japanese desserts have been gaining cult-like popularity across the U.S. for many years. From unforgettably fluffy soufflé pancakes to impossibly dewy cakes that look like raindrops, these ...