Traditional treat in Japanese New Year celebrations Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Saturday, April 26, 2025 · 27-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Saturday, April 26, 2025.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · April 26, 2025 · 27-Down · 5 letters
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A small Japanese rice cake made from glutinous rice.
noun
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