NEC
1 model across 1 family · Latest: cotomi (2023-07)
Enterprise Japanese language models.
NEC is a Japanese AI company founded in 1899. Enterprise Japanese language models. NEC ships 1 model family totaling 1 model, with the most recent release cotomi in 2023-07. Notable families include cotomi. Use it as a stable reference for lab background, release coverage, and follow-up model pages as they are added. Researchers and evaluators can scan counts, links, release history, and source references without leaving the directory.
About
NEC Corporation developed cotomi, a family of proprietary generative AI large language models optimized for enterprise use. NEC cotomi Pro achieves performance comparable to GPT-4 and Claude while running approximately 87% faster using just two GPUs, and cotomi Light matches GPT-3.5 Turbo for high-throughput workloads. The models support a 128K context length, are MCP-protocol compliant for AI agent use, and are deployed across finance, manufacturing, healthcare, and government sectors in Japan.
Featured models
| Model | Released | Context | Input price ($/1M) | Output price ($/1M) | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| cotomi | 2023-07-01 | - | - | - | Proprietary |
Model families
Recent releases
- cotomi- 2023-07-01
FAQ
Who founded NEC and when?
NEC was founded in 1899 and is associated with Tokyo, Japan.
What models has NEC released?
NEC ships 1 model across 1 family: cotomi.
Is NEC's technology open source?
NEC's models are proprietary.
Where is NEC headquartered?
NEC is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
What is NEC known for?
Enterprise Japanese language models. Its most prominent tracked family is cotomi.
How can I access NEC's models?
NEC's provider availability is tracked on model pages as API and hosting data is verified.
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Last reviewed: 2026-04-18. Data sourced from public lab announcements and provider documentation.