Why buy a Cook Japan Rice Cooker

There is nothing more disappointing than realising that the rice on the stove is burnt or worse still has turned into a gooey mess.  In Japan, and elsewhere across Asia, people have easy-to-use hi-tec computer controlled rice cookers to ensure perfect rice at the push of a button.

Using a rice cooker is an incredibly easy and convenient way to enjoy perfect rice and a range of great meals: Using a Rice Cooker

Cook Japan Rice Cookers

Cook Japan rice cookers have the functionality and computer controlled fuzzy logic technology you would expect to find in a Japanese rice cooker.

Fuzzy Logic and Induction Heating (IH)

In Japan fuzzy logic rice cookers with a broad cooking functionality are a typical site in any kitchen.  These machines act as a pressure cooking which helps make the rice softer and so easier to digest. 

By using computer controlled technology, commonly referred to as micom fuzzy logic, the rice cooker is able to make adjustments to both temperature and cooking time to cook perfect rice. In essence, fuzzy logic programs machines to think in a more "human way" taking a more practical approach and using ambient factors to alter and adapt the cooking process, for example if the rice is too hot and heating too quickly the the heating element will be turned down slightly to balance this. 

With fuzzy logic the cooking process is improved in 3 key ways:

1. The temperature sensor control is more accurate and can therefore allow for fine adjustments to the cooking temperature

2. The heat distribution and condcution around the entire bowl produces more evenly cooked food

3. The computer can instantly strenghten or weaken the heat ensuring a controlled cooking process

This technology and programming enables the rice cooker to cook a wide variety of different rices, as well as porride, soup, steaming, braising, and also perform as a slow cooker and steamer.

The most advanced Japanese rice cookers also come with induction heating (IH) whereby a coil within the rice cooker creates a magnetic field, which generates instant heat when the appliance is switched on.  The rice cooker uses a combination of high heat and finely tuned adjustments to the cooking process to ensure the heat is quickly and evenly distributed throughout the entire machine surrounding the cooking pot so that the rice is cooked perfectly ensuring a better consistency and texture.  

Basic rice cookers

In comparison, basic "on/off" rice cookers use a simple "switch on" mechanism to cook the rice by direct heat, which in some models then reverts to a "keep warm" option when it is cooked. 

There is a limit to the control you have with one of these machines, and while it can be better than rice cooked in a pan the lack of versatility and functionality means the rice does not cook with the same consistency and quality as more sophisticated rice cookers.