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Chiba
Benikomachi Sweet Potato (紅小町)
Benikomachi is a Japanese sweet potato cultivar closely associated with Chiba Prefecture. Written 紅小町 in Japanese, it has dark reddish-purple skin and pale yellow flesh. Cooked, it develops a floury, fluffy texture and mild sweetness,... -
Japan
Beniharuka Sweet Potato (紅はるか)
Beniharuka, officially registered in Japanese as べにはるか and commonly written 紅はるか in shops, is one of Japan's best-known sweet potato cultivars for moist, strongly sweet yakiimo. It has reddish-purple skin and pale flesh that tur... -
Japanese Sweets
Imo kenpi (いもけんぴ)
Imo kenpi is a beloved Japanese snack made from sweet potatoes, known for its crispy texture and sweet, satisfying flavor. Originally from Kochi Prefecture, this simple yet addictive treat has gained popularity across the country. In thi... -
Hokkaido
Imo mochi (いももち)
Imo Mochi is a delightful Japanese treat made from glutinous rice and sweet potatoes, resulting in a chewy and flavorful snack that captures the essence of autumn. With its soft texture and naturally sweet taste, this popular delicacy is... -
Japanese Street Food
Yakiimo (焼き芋)
On a cold evening in Tokyo, the smell of a roasting sweet potato can stop you mid-stride. Yakiimo is the Japanese roasted sweet potato, and it asks for nothing but time. You will also see it written yaki-imo or yaki imo in English, but t...
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