Meet Mitsu, Japan's fastest mochi pounder! He works at lightning speed - 3 strikes per second - while his hands are right next to those heavy wooden mallets. One mistake could cost him a finger, but he's mastered this dangerous traditional technique. Watch as sticky rice gets transformed into delicious mochi filled with sweet red bean paste and coated in roasted soybean powder. These handmade treats cost just ¥130 ($1 USD) each! #mochi #japanesefood #streetfood #japan #shorts #foodie #traditionalfood #satisfying #skillful #tokyo