This Hidden DIY Mochi Store In Mount Austin JB Lets You Choose From 20 Fillings

Nuo Yuan Mochi is a mochi specialty store in Johor Bahru

Image credit: Nuo Yuan via Google Maps

Stretchy, chewy, smooth, and silky are the defining characteristics that make mochi desserts so popular. These days, you can get your fix of the Japanese rice cake in all forms imaginable, from mochi-filled waffles to warabimochi-laden drinks. But if you’re looking for something a lot more fun yet wallet-friendly, Nuo Yuan Mochi in Johor Bahru specialises in customisable mochi! 

How the DIY mochi works: you choose from 20 fillings such as yam paste, red bean paste, purple potato paste, or black sesame paste. You can also stuff your mochi with fresh fruit such as mango and strawberry, as well as vanilla and chocolate ice cream if you’d like. The end result is something similar to a daifuku. Prices start from RM3 for one filling, and go up to RM7 for three fillings. 

Image credit: Jingyu via Google Maps

Then, dress them up with Oreo or Biscoff crumbs, cream cheese, or even savoury options such as pork floss and salted egg yolk. No matter what combination you come up with, each mochi is freshly wrapped and made on the spot, according to exactly how you order it. 

Image credit: 0211 HX via Google Maps

The extent of this shop’s mochi offerings does not just stop here. They also have a crowd-favourite crispy and chewy, fried mochi (price TBD) that come in flavours such as peanut, seaweed, chicken floss, cheese, and sambal. Else, there’s also an extensive selection of hot mochi (price TBD) and ice mochi (price TBD) desserts. 

Nuo Yuan Mochi is located at Mount Austin, a popular spot in JB, known for its bustling cafe culture. They are relatively hidden since they are tucked behind a laundromat, so hurry down before this kiosk gets more popular! 

For more cute cafes in JB, check out our Morihana Pastry feature for pretty watermelon layered cake, vibrant drinks and more in a cute ‘house’. Else, check out our Mount Austin JB cafe guide for delicious matcha drinks, all-day brunch options, and more!

Address: 27-01, Jalan Austin Heights 7/7, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta’zim, Malaysia
Opening hours: Tue-Fri 2pm to 9pm, Sat-Sun 12pm to 10pm
Nuo Yuan Mochi is not a halal-certified eatery. 

 

Feature image adapted from Jingyu and Nuo Yan via Google Maps.