"Move-out Cost Overpayment Diagnosis" Adds Osaka Prefecture-Specific Move-out Cost Checker: Addressing 'Shikibiki' Clauses and Unique Osaka Business Customs

March 29, 2026

The "Move-out Cost Overpayment Diagnosis" service has added a dedicated checker for Osaka Prefecture.

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📰 Published: March 29, 2026 at 00:37

Mycat Inc. (Headquarters: Meguro-ku, Tokyo) is pleased to announce the addition of a move-out cost checker tailored to the unique rental business customs of Osaka Prefecture to its AI-powered move-out cost assessment service, "Move-out Cost Overpayment Diagnosis" (https://taikyo.xyz).

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

Why a dedicated tool is needed for move-out costs in Osaka

According to statistics from the National Consumer Affairs Center of Japan, there are approximately 13,273 consultations regarding move-out disputes for rental housing annually (Source: National Consumer Affairs Center PIO-NET data, FY2023). Osaka Prefecture is one of the regions with a high volume of such consultations.

The rental market in Osaka features a unique custom known as "Shikibiki." This is a special clause where a fixed amount is deducted from the security deposit upon move-out, which is handled differently from the restoration rules outlined in the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) guidelines. While Supreme Court precedents have ruled that Shikibiki clauses are valid as long as the amount is not unreasonably high, the reasonableness of the amount is judged on a case-by-case basis, making it a difficult area for tenants to navigate.

How the new tool works

The Osaka Prefecture version of the checker uses AI to calculate an estimate of the appropriate cost based on the following inputs:

Input Items

Property location (Municipality within Osaka Prefecture)
Layout and size
Duration of residency
Presence and amount of a Shikibiki clause
Details of the move-out costs charged

Check Results

Estimated appropriate costs for each item based on MLIT guidelines
Identification of items that should be subject to depreciation due to aging
Evaluation of the reasonableness of the Shikibiki clause amount in light of legal precedents
Total difference from the appropriate cost

Key features for Osaka Prefecture

Assessment of Shikibiki Clauses

If a Shikibiki clause exists, the AI determines the ratio of the clause amount to the monthly rent and displays an estimate of its reasonableness based on legal precedents.

Aging of Wallpaper and Flooring

MLIT guidelines state that the useful life of wallpaper is 6 years (Source: MLIT Guidelines). If the residency exceeds 6 years, the residual value of the wallpaper is generally considered to be 1 yen, and charging the full amount is often considered inappropriate.

We encourage those moving out of rental housing in Osaka Prefecture to utilize the Osaka Prefecture version of the checker.

* This service does not constitute legal advice. Please consult a professional such as a lawyer for individual dispute resolution.

▼ Details of this announcement

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

■ Company Overview

Company Name: Mycat Inc.

Established: February 5, 2025

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

Business Description: Planning, development, and operation of AI-driven services for SMEs and individuals