Daigaku-imo is Japan's beloved candied sweet potato street snack, and it only takes four pantry ingredients to make at home. Learn the history, master the glossy caramel glaze, and discover both traditional and air fryer methods for this iconic autumn treat.

Goguma bread (koguma pan) is a mochi-textured, sweet potato-filled baked good that originated in Korean cafés, took Japanese café culture by storm, and is now one of the hottest viral food trends hitting the US in 2026. Here's everything you need to know, including where to find it and how to make it at home.