Mycat Launches AI-Powered 'Child Support Non-Payment Risk Diagnostic' for Divorced Parents
Mycat Inc. has released a free AI-driven diagnostic tool that assesses the risk of child support non-payment based on the terms of the agreement, providing users with a risk rating from A to D.
On April 14, 2026, Mycat Inc. (Headquarters: Meguro-ku, Tokyo) launched the 'Child Support Non-Payment Risk Diagnostic' (https://pear-ikuji.com/tools/unpaid-risk) as part of its co-parenting support service, 'Pear Ikuji' (https://pear-ikuji.com). By simply entering details such as the child support amount, the form of the agreement, and payment schedules, the AI assesses the strength of enforcement and provides a risk rating from A to D, along with concrete measures to mitigate risks.
Why 'Agreeing' on Child Support is Not Enough
According to the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare's 2021 survey, only 28.1% of single-mother households currently receive child support. Even among those who have reached an agreement, approximately 24.3% reported that they 'made an agreement but have not received payments.' While child support is a child's right and the importance of setting an amount is widely recognized, a simple agreement does not guarantee continued payment. The risk of non-payment varies significantly depending on the structure of the agreement—such as whether it is a verbal promise or a notarized deed—and the inclusion of legal enforcement mechanisms.
Diagnostic Tool Features
The tool takes approximately 3 minutes to complete. It evaluates inputs including the form of agreement (verbal, divorce settlement agreement, notarized deed, etc.), payment schedules, and the presence of enforcement clauses. The AI then outputs a comprehensive risk rank (A to D), a detailed analysis of risk factors, and a prioritized action list to improve the security of payments, such as converting agreements into notarized deeds or considering child support guarantee services.
Use Cases
The tool is designed for various stages: 1. During divorce negotiations to determine the best form of agreement; 2. After divorce if payments begin to lag, to identify available legal remedies; and 3. As preparation before consulting with legal professionals, allowing for more efficient advice.
Future Plans
Mycat plans to integrate this with a child support calculation tool to provide a one-stop solution for designing both 'appropriate amounts' and 'robust enforcement mechanisms.' The service will also be updated to reflect the latest legal precedents and operational changes under the new joint custody system introduced in 2026.
Service Overview
- Service Name: Pear Ikuji
- URL: https://pear-ikuji.com
- Diagnostic Tool: https://pear-ikuji.com/tools/unpaid-risk
- Operator: Mycat Inc.