This electric rice cooker is a induction heating rice cooker & warmer. Induction Heating, or IH technology generates high heat and makes fine heat adjustments which result in fluffier rice. Compared to a heating element on a micom rice cooker, it heats faster and cools faster, to make finer heat adjustments while cooking. Flat -Top Design for a sophisticated look, plus less parts to clean with an integrated steam cap. Minimal nooks and crannies keep the rice cooker clean. Adjustable timer and BPA-free steaming tray accessory. Spherical design for better heat conduction and to promote convection during cooking. Double nonstick coating for easy clean-up. Water measure lines for all menus, plus lines per 1/2 cup of rice for white rice. Multi.menu cooking functions - White, quick white, mixed, sushi/sweet, Jasmine, quick Jasmine, congee, brown, GABA brown, steel cut oatmeal, quinoa and steam. With an easy-to-read LCD menu, simply select what’s for dinner and let the rice cooker do the rest. Increases GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) in brown rice 150% by keeping the temperature at 104°F for 2 hours before cooking. Makes a thinner, Chinese style rice porridge using Jasmine white rice without standing over the pot or constant stirring. For cooking perfect steel cut oatmeal. Utilize the delay timer to have freshly cooked steel cut oatmeal for breakfast. Hands-free cooking and perfect for power bowls and salads, the Quinoa course is designed specifically for cooking quinoa. Made in Japan. Convenient self-cleaning function reduces odors. Self-standing rice spatula. Zojirushi's Commitment to Safe Design: Integrated steam vent reduces messy overflows; sensors to ensure unit is set up properly.cETLus listed, tested to comply with FCC standards. Capacity*: Up to 5.5 cups / 1.0 liter. Dimensions (W x D x H): 9-1/4 x 12-1/4 x 7-7/8 inches. Electrical Rating: 120 volts / 1,080 watts.