Japan Maehara Seifun Usagi Petit Maru Mochi | Japanese Mini Round Rice Cakes | 160g (BBD: Oct 2026)

🇯🇵 Made in Japan using Japanese-grown glutinous rice, offering the traditional soft and chewy texture of Japanese mochi.

🐰 Part of the Usagi rabbit-branded range, featuring convenient mini round rice cakes.

🍡 Approximately 5g per piece, ideal for adding to a variety of Japanese dishes.

🍲 Versatile for everyday cooking, including soups, gratins, Japanese-style snacks and hot pots.

🍕 Perfect for pizza and cheese-based dishes, adding a soft, chewy texture when heated thoroughly.

🥣 Ideal for miso soup and other hot soups, making everyday meals more substantial.

🔥 Quick microwave preparation, approximately 30–40 seconds at 600W with a little water.

📦 Convenient 160g pack, allowing you to use the required amount for different recipes.

🏠 Cupboard-friendly storage while unopened, making it easy to keep on hand.

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📖 Product Description

Maehara Seifun Usagi Petit Maru Mochi is a Japanese mini round rice cake product made using Japanese-grown glutinous rice.

Known in Japanese as “Usagi Maru Mochi” (うさぎ まるもち), these small rice cakes are designed for convenient use in a variety of everyday dishes.

Each piece weighs approximately 5g, making them easy to portion and suitable for adding to soups, gratins and Japanese-inspired snacks.

Once heated thoroughly, the mochi develops the soft and chewy texture traditionally associated with Japanese glutinous rice cakes.

The packaging highlights several serving ideas, including pizza, gratin, takoyaki-style dishes and tempura.

Each pack contains 160g, making it a versatile ingredient for Japanese home cooking.

🍕 Mochi Pizza: Add to pizza with cheese and your favourite toppings.

🧀 Cheese Gratin: Combine with cheese, vegetables and sauce for a baked dish.

🥣 Japanese Soups: Add to miso soup, vegetable soup or other hot broths.

🐙 Takoyaki-Style Dishes: Incorporate into takoyaki-inspired recipes.

🍤 Tempura: Use as an ingredient in tempura-style dishes.

🍲 Japanese Hot Pot: Add to hot pot dishes and heat until fully softened.

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🧾 Ingredients

Glutinous Rice, Water.

The Japanese packaging states that Japanese-grown glutinous rice is used.

Ingredients and formulation may occasionally change between production batches or market versions. Always refer to the physical product packaging received for the most up-to-date information.

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⚠️ Allergens

The visible English ingredient label lists Glutinous Rice and Water, with no specific allergens declared.

Customers with food allergies or intolerances should always check the physical product packaging for the latest ingredient and allergen information before consumption.

When preparing the mochi with other ingredients, check the allergen information of any additional toppings, sauces or seasonings.

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📦 Product Info

Pack Size: 160g

Approximate Weight per Piece: 5g

Country of Origin: Japan

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🧊 Storage

Store unopened in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, excessive heat and moisture.

Once opened, reseal the packaging, refrigerate and consume within one week.

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🍽 How to Use

♨️ Method 1: Microwave

According to the English packaging instructions:

1️⃣ Remove the required number of mochi pieces from the packaging.

2️⃣ Place in a microwave-safe container with a little water.

3️⃣ Microwave at 600W for approximately 30–40 seconds.

4️⃣ Check whether the mochi has softened completely. If still firm, continue heating in short intervals.

5️⃣ Allow to cool to a safe eating temperature before serving.

Important: Do not microwave the original packaging.

🍲 Method 2: Soup

1️⃣ Prepare miso soup, vegetable soup or another hot broth.

2️⃣ Add the desired amount of mini mochi.

3️⃣ Heat until the mochi is completely softened.

4️⃣ Serve once thoroughly heated.

🍕 Method 3: Pizza or Gratin

1️⃣ Prepare pizza, cheese or your preferred gratin ingredients.

2️⃣ Add the mini mochi pieces.

3️⃣ Cook thoroughly, ensuring the mochi is completely softened.

4️⃣ Serve hot, taking care with the temperature and chewy texture.

🥢 Serving Suggestions

🍕 Pizza

🧀 Cheese gratin

🥣 Miso soup

🍲 Japanese hot pot

🐙 Takoyaki-style dishes

🍤 Tempura

🥬 Vegetables

🌿 Spring onion or nori

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⚠️ Important Information

⚠️ Mochi has a sticky texture and can present a choking hazard, particularly for young children, older adults and people with swallowing difficulties.

Ensure the rice cakes are thoroughly heated and softened before consumption. Take small bites and chew carefully.

Remove the mochi from its original packaging before microwaving.

The packaging contains an oxygen absorber. Do not eat the oxygen absorber.

Once opened, refrigerate and consume within one week.

Follow the recommended microwave settings and heat in short intervals if additional heating is required.

Pizza, gratin, takoyaki, tempura and other dishes shown on the packaging are serving suggestions and are not included.

Ingredients, formulation, packaging and labelling may occasionally change. Always refer to the physical product packaging received for the most up-to-date information.

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🧠 FAQ

Q: What is Maehara Seifun Usagi Petit Maru Mochi?
A: It is a Japanese mini round glutinous rice cake product designed for use in soups, gratins, pizza and other Japanese-style dishes.

Q: How much does each pack contain?
A: Each pack contains 160g of mini mochi rice cakes.

Q: How big is each mochi piece?
A: The packaging describes each piece as weighing approximately 5g.

Q: Can I microwave these rice cakes?
A: Yes. The packaging recommends heating the mochi with a little water at 600W for approximately 30–40 seconds.

Q: Can I microwave the original packaging?
A: No. Remove the mochi from its packaging and place it in a microwave-safe container before heating.

Q: Can I add the mochi to miso soup?
A: Yes. These mini rice cakes can be added to miso soup and other hot broths, provided they are heated until fully softened.

Q: Can I use them on pizza?
A: Yes. Pizza is one of the serving suggestions shown on the product packaging.

Q: Do they need to be refrigerated after opening?
A: Yes. The packaging states that the product should be refrigerated after opening and consumed within one week.

Q: Does this product contain wheat?
A: The visible English ingredient label lists only glutinous rice and water. Customers with allergies should still check the physical packaging.

Q: Is this product made in Japan?
A: Yes. The packaging identifies Japan as the country of origin.