How One Of Japan’s Oldest Businesses Has Served Roasted Mochi For Over 1,000 Years | Still Standing

About 25 generations of one family have made roasted rice cakes at Ichimonjiya Wasuke in Kyoto, Japan. Worshippers praying for good health at the Shinto shrine next door eat them as part of their rituals. The shop started in 1001 AD as the area was suffering from epidemics, and now the COVID-19 pandemic has threatened the business. MORE STILL STANDING VIDEOS: Meet One Of The Last Salt Makers Keeping A 2,000-Year Old Mexican Tradition Alive | Still Standing Why Authentic Panama Hat Weavers Are Abandoning The Craft | Still Standing Meet The Last Family Keeping The 400-Year-Old Rogan Art Alive | Still Standing ------------------------------------------------------ #Mochi #Japan #BusinessInsider Business Insider tells you all you need to know about business, finance, tech, retail, and more. Visit us at: Subscribe: