"Excessive Move-out Fee Diagnosis" Adds Tenant Rights Checker for Move-outs - AI Determines Validity of Special Contract Clauses

March 28, 2026

Mycat adds a rights checker to its AI move-out fee diagnosis service to determine the validity of special contract clauses.

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📰 Published: March 28, 2026 at 21:10

Mycat Inc. (Headquarters: Meguro-ku, Tokyo) is pleased to announce the addition of a "Rights Checker" to its AI-powered "Excessive Move-out Fee Diagnosis" service (https://taikyo.xyz). This new feature allows tenants to check their legal rights when moving out.

Tool URL: https://taikyo.xyz/tools/rights-checker

Lack of Tenant Rights Knowledge Causes Disputes

According to statistics from the National Consumer Affairs Center of Japan, approximately 13,273 consultations regarding move-out disputes for rental properties are received annually (Source: National Consumer Affairs Center, FY2023). Analysis of these consultations reveals that many tenants comply with management company claims without being aware of their legal rights.

Mechanism of the New Tool

The Rights Checker uses AI to determine the rights a tenant possesses simply by inputting contract details and the move-out situation.

Input Items

Length of tenancy
Special clauses in the contract (e.g., presence of cleaning clauses, scope of restoration specified)
Details of damages pointed out at the time of move-out
Items and amounts billed by the management company

Check Results

1. Determination of Normal Wear and Tear

Based on Article 621 of the Civil Code (revised in 2020), the tool identifies items among the billed charges that fall under normal wear and tear or aging. In principle, discoloration of wallpaper due to sun exposure, pinholes, and furniture placement marks are the landlord's responsibility.

2. Validity Check of Special Clauses

For special clauses such as "cleaning fees are the tenant's responsibility," the tool checks if they meet the validity requirements based on Supreme Court precedents (December 16, 2005). For a special clause to be valid, the tenant must clearly understand its content and express their intent to bear the obligation.

3. Depreciation Discount Check for Aging Deterioration

According to Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) guidelines, the lifespan of wallpaper is set at 6 years (Source: MLIT Guidelines). The tool determines if the remaining value, adjusted for the length of tenancy, is correctly reflected.

4. Organization of Items to Confirm

The tool lists items that should be confirmed with the management company, including relevant clause numbers from the guidelines.

Difference from Previous Diagnosis Function

While the previous diagnosis function determined "whether the amount is appropriate," the Rights Checker systematically organizes "what rights the tenant has." It assists in determining not only the appropriateness of the amount but also whether there is an obligation to pay in the first place.

* This service is not legal advice. For specific legal procedures, please consult with a professional such as a lawyer.

▼ Details of this matter:

https://taikyo.xyz/news/rights-checker

■ Company Profile

Company Name: Mycat Inc.

Established: February 5, 2025

Location: 2-7-22 Mita, Meguro-ku, Tokyo

Business Activities: Planning, development, and operation of services utilizing AI for small and medium-sized enterprises and individuals.

Compliance Check

[x] Novelty: Addition of Rights Checker → OK
[x] Superlative Expressions: None → OK
[x] Legal Compliance: Disclaimer included → OK
[x] Data Sources: National Consumer Affairs Center, Civil Code, MLIT Guidelines, Supreme Court Precedents → OK
[x] Representative Name: Not disclosed → OK
[x] Comparison with Lawyer Fees: None → OK
[x] Body Text Length: Approx. 1,050 characters → OK
[x] URL Placement: Tool URL + Company Profile URL → OK

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