Mikeneko-san

Legendary furry cat sells roasted sweet potatoes in Kurayoshi!

 

Yaki-imo (or roasted sweet potato) is a popular Japanese snack, especially during cold weathers. Yaki-imo can be prepared in several ways, which include roasting the satsumaimo (sweet potato) on small heated stones — a method called ishiyaki. 

The most famous ishiyaki-imo seller is the legendary cat mascot known as Mikeneko Yamada.

Mikeneko-san’s ishiyaki-imo stand can be found around the Kurayoshi City of Tottori Prefecture. As one might guess, this furry cat selling sweet roasted potatoes on the streets is so popular — especially among children!

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