Japanese-American hapa/hafu here, wondering what the difference is between the terms “kagami” and “okasane” mochi in regards to the traditional New Year display.
Significant other asked me to remind her of what it’s called, and I couldn’t give a good answer because for a long time, I’ve referred to it as okasane mochi. However, I’ve seen it called kagami mochi as much if not more so.
Does one term refer to just the mochi and the other to the whole display?
Before you ask, the google and my Japanese-American relatives have been no help!
by TheHighfield