Developed in Japan by the makers of the original rice cooker, a microchip maintains perfect time and temperature to produce moist, fluffy rice time after time. Large LCD displays clock and timer functions and a menu of settings for white, sushi, brown, quick-cooking and gaba rice; as well as porridge and oatmeal. Nonstick spherical bowl conducts heat evenly to prevent overcooking. Rice cooker includes a special measure cup and nonstick rice spatula for serving.