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Satsumaimo: Sweet Potatoes

Sweet potatoes are widely grown and enjoyed in Japan. They're baked, fried, served in stews and used to make desserts. Throughout history, they have offered a solution to food shortages. And nowadays, they can even help to keep a building cool in summer. Our guest, researcher Hashimoto Ayuki, introduces us to new ways of enjoying this versatile vegetable. And in Plus One, we see some innovative takes on mobile baked potato sales.

English
  • Originally Aired February 9, 2023
  • Runtime 30 minutes
  • Created February 6, 2023 by
    BARAKANiO
  • Modified November 25, 2023 by
    PolarGeek admin