What is the Middle of Mochi? Answering the Common Question
                                
                                
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                                Mochi is a Japanese confection with a history tracing back to at least the 6th century, though the term can refer to both a plain rice cake and a filled dessert. When you ask what is the middle of mochi, the answer depends entirely on the type of mochi you are enjoying.