Zojirushi Pressure Induction Heating Rice Cooker & Warmer 5.5-Cup

Name: Zojirushi Pressure Induction Heating Rice Cooker & Warmer 5.5-Cup
Brand: Zojirushi

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Sources checked 2026-10-01.

Model number: NW-JEC10 (5.5-cup); NW-JEC18 (10-cup)

Specs

Capacity: 5.5 cups (NW-JEC10); 10 cups (NW-JEC18)
Source: Official Zojirushi America blog announcement of the NW-JEC10/18: brand's newest and highest-quality pressure IH rice cooker; 5.5-cup and 10-cup sizes; Silky Black; orange LCD control panel; iron coated + platinum infused nonstick inner cooking pan; up to 49 'My Rice (49 Ways)' customization settings; full menu list; AI fuzzy logic; self-cleaning function; detachable inner lid with integrated steam vent; accessories (rice measuring cup, self-standing spatula); made in Japan; BPA-free food-contact surfaces.
Functions: My Rice (49 Ways) customization; Umami, Mixed, Sushi, Jasmine, Porridge, Congee, Brown, GABA Brown, Steel Cut Oatmeal, Quick White, Quick Jasmine; pressurized cooking + steaming; new premium convection; self-cleaning function
Source: Official Zojirushi America blog announcement of the NW-JEC10/18: brand's newest and highest-quality pressure IH rice cooker; 5.5-cup and 10-cup sizes; Silky Black; orange LCD control panel; iron coated + platinum infused nonstick inner cooking pan; up to 49 'My Rice (49 Ways)' customization settings; full menu list; AI fuzzy logic; self-cleaning function; detachable inner lid with integrated steam vent; accessories (rice measuring cup, self-standing spatula); made in Japan; BPA-free food-contact surfaces.
App or programs: Preset menu programs with orange LCD control panel on top; no companion app or wireless connectivity mentioned in official materials
Source: Official Zojirushi America blog announcement of the NW-JEC10/18: brand's newest and highest-quality pressure IH rice cooker; 5.5-cup and 10-cup sizes; Silky Black; orange LCD control panel; iron coated + platinum infused nonstick inner cooking pan; up to 49 'My Rice (49 Ways)' customization settings; full menu list; AI fuzzy logic; self-cleaning function; detachable inner lid with integrated steam vent; accessories (rice measuring cup, self-standing spatula); made in Japan; BPA-free food-contact surfaces.
Inner pot: Iron coated and platinum infused nonstick inner cooking pan (changes water quality for sweeter-tasting rice, provides even heating)
Source: Official Zojirushi America blog announcement of the NW-JEC10/18: brand's newest and highest-quality pressure IH rice cooker; 5.5-cup and 10-cup sizes; Silky Black; orange LCD control panel; iron coated + platinum infused nonstick inner cooking pan; up to 49 'My Rice (49 Ways)' customization settings; full menu list; AI fuzzy logic; self-cleaning function; detachable inner lid with integrated steam vent; accessories (rice measuring cup, self-standing spatula); made in Japan; BPA-free food-contact surfaces.
Power: Induction heating (IH) with high heat and high pressure; wattage not stated in official materials
Source: Official Zojirushi America blog announcement of the NW-JEC10/18: brand's newest and highest-quality pressure IH rice cooker; 5.5-cup and 10-cup sizes; Silky Black; orange LCD control panel; iron coated + platinum infused nonstick inner cooking pan; up to 49 'My Rice (49 Ways)' customization settings; full menu list; AI fuzzy logic; self-cleaning function; detachable inner lid with integrated steam vent; accessories (rice measuring cup, self-standing spatula); made in Japan; BPA-free food-contact surfaces.
Materials: BPA-free (all surfaces that come into contact with food); made in Japan
Source: Official Zojirushi America blog announcement of the NW-JEC10/18: brand's newest and highest-quality pressure IH rice cooker; 5.5-cup and 10-cup sizes; Silky Black; orange LCD control panel; iron coated + platinum infused nonstick inner cooking pan; up to 49 'My Rice (49 Ways)' customization settings; full menu list; AI fuzzy logic; self-cleaning function; detachable inner lid with integrated steam vent; accessories (rice measuring cup, self-standing spatula); made in Japan; BPA-free food-contact surfaces.
Color: Silky Black (-BA)
Source: Official Zojirushi America blog announcement of the NW-JEC10/18: brand's newest and highest-quality pressure IH rice cooker; 5.5-cup and 10-cup sizes; Silky Black; orange LCD control panel; iron coated + platinum infused nonstick inner cooking pan; up to 49 'My Rice (49 Ways)' customization settings; full menu list; AI fuzzy logic; self-cleaning function; detachable inner lid with integrated steam vent; accessories (rice measuring cup, self-standing spatula); made in Japan; BPA-free food-contact surfaces.
Accessories: Dedicated rice measuring cup and self-standing spatula included
Source: Official Zojirushi America blog announcement of the NW-JEC10/18: brand's newest and highest-quality pressure IH rice cooker; 5.5-cup and 10-cup sizes; Silky Black; orange LCD control panel; iron coated + platinum infused nonstick inner cooking pan; up to 49 'My Rice (49 Ways)' customization settings; full menu list; AI fuzzy logic; self-cleaning function; detachable inner lid with integrated steam vent; accessories (rice measuring cup, self-standing spatula); made in Japan; BPA-free food-contact surfaces.
Keep warm: Rice Cooker & Warmer with automatic keep warm (settings not detailed on brand page)
Source: Official Zojirushi America blog announcement of the NW-JEC10/18: brand's newest and highest-quality pressure IH rice cooker; 5.5-cup and 10-cup sizes; Silky Black; orange LCD control panel; iron coated + platinum infused nonstick inner cooking pan; up to 49 'My Rice (49 Ways)' customization settings; full menu list; AI fuzzy logic; self-cleaning function; detachable inner lid with integrated steam vent; accessories (rice measuring cup, self-standing spatula); made in Japan; BPA-free food-contact surfaces.

To be confirmed

These points are not filled in from retailer or Amazon copy.

Wattage, dimensions, weight: not stated in official materials seen — left out pending brand confirmation.
MSRP: not published by the brand; US retailers list $914.99 (10-cup, Target and Bed Bath & Beyond via Klarna, Sep 2026) — retailer pricing only, kept out of msrpUsd.
Manual English version was 'to be uploaded soon' per brand blog comments (Sep 2026); ask the brand for the PDF.

Sources

Manufacturer page