Japanese sweet potatoes, known as “satsumaimo,” are a popular and beloved staple in Japanese cuisine. They are characterized by their reddish-purple skin and creamy, sweet flesh. These potatoes have a unique flavor and texture that sets them apart from other varieties of sweet potatoes.

Satsumaimo are prized for their natural sweetness and nutty flavor, which becomes more pronounced when roasted or baked. They have a moist and creamy texture, making them ideal for various culinary applications, from simple roasted side dishes to more complex desserts. Japanese sweet potatoes work great in snacks too!

Due to the versatility of Japanese sweet potatoes, you can find them in dried form (known as “hoshi imo”), as sweet potato chips, cakes, cookies, and even biscuits. There is a Japanese sweet potato snack for every type of snack lover, whether savory or sweet.

Now that you know about the diverse range of snacks that Japanese sweet potatoes can be used in, maybe you’d like to try one or a few out for yourself. Here in our Japanese sweet potato products collection, we carry a wide range of Japanese sweet potato snacks for all satsuma imo and beni imo lovers. Find your favorite Japanese sweet potato snack, whether it be hoshi imo, sweet potato chips, purple sweet potato cake, and more.