yaki imo
There’s nothing like the warmth of a freshly roasted sweet potato, so who wants to eat them cold? We do.
Häagen-Dazs Japan rolls out a perfect, leveled-up mitsuimo sweet treat for this autumn season.
The newest natural summer snack sensation is also helping people with disabilities earn livings.
This cat likes to pull peace poses, stand on two feet and make a living selling hot potatoes.
It’s a common sight to see hot dog stands in America. In Singapore, ice cream stands are a lifesaver in the sweltering hot weather. In Japan, however, you’re more likely to find a yaki-imo (roasted sweet potato) stand on the streets, especially during winter. If you’re lucky enough, you might even meet the legendary cat that sells stone roasted sweet potatoes in Kurayoshi City, Tottori Prefecture!
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