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Mochi Pounding in Wailea

Akiko Masuda
Akiko Masuda

 Mochi pounding is a New Year's tradition throughout Hawaii.  On the Big Island, one very small village has embraced the tradition and turned it into an event that attracts hundreds.  HPR's Sherry Bracken tells us more.

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