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Ierabu Partners Introduces AI for Rental Screening

Ierabu Partners, a subsidiary of Ierabu Group based in Shinjuku, Tokyo, has announced the implementation of an AI-driven rental screening model utilizing DataRobot's agent workforce platform. This initiative is designed to enhance the approval rates and significantly expedite the screening process for rental applications submitted through the ‘Ierabu Anshin Hoshou’ service.

Background and Challenges

With changing social structures, such as the increase in single households, elderly residents, and foreign nationals, the challenges of securing guarantors for rental contracts have become more prevalent. Following the revision of the Civil Code in 2020, which mandated caps on personal guarantor liabilities, involvement of rental debt guarantee companies has become essential. The screening process thus plays a critical role as a social infrastructure, allowing individuals to secure housing.

However, current screenings often rely heavily on the subjective judgment and experiences of staff members. This dependency results in inconsistencies in decision-making and limits the speed of the review process, presenting challenges to operational efficiency.

Overview of the New Initiative

By leveraging hundreds of thousands of application and contract data accumulated through their services, Ierabu Partners has merged their data with DataRobot’s platform. As of July 22, 2026, the company has initiated operation of a personalized and highly accurate predictive model tailored for screening rental applications.

1. Enhancing Screening Accuracy

The predictive model, which capitalizes on a wealth of real data, allows for precise risk assessments. This advancement enables analyses of applications that might have been dismissed under traditional criteria, thereby raising approval rates significantly. Additionally, the model enhances the ability to identify high-risk applications, providing landlords and real estate companies greater assurance in their decisions.

It’s important to note that while AI offers valuable insights during the screening phase, final approval decisions remain the responsibility of designated staff who consider all factors comprehensively.

2. Drastically Reducing Screening Times

Automation of parts of the risk assessment through AI will substantially decrease the time required from application to the communication of screening results. This will alleviate bottlenecks during peak application periods, enhancing overall customer experience.

3. Standardizing Decision Quality

By establishing a data-driven approach, the new model minimizes the impact of individual biases and inconsistencies inherent in human judgment. This shift towards a unified assessment process represents a significant stride in fostering a fairer and more transparent rental screening experience.

Comments from Leadership

Takashi Nozomi, CEO of Ierabu Partners

“The introduction of the AI screening model will enable us to deliver a faster and fairer ‘sense of security’ to a broader audience than ever before. We view the use of AI as a means to an end: the happiness of everyone involved. We are committed to further integrating AI across the company to improve industry productivity and support a society where everyone can easily secure a rental home.”

Rina Takizawa, Country Manager of DataRobot Japan

“We are honored to partner with Ierabu Partners in their AI initiatives. The synergy between their extensive expertise in the real estate sector and DataRobot's agent workforce platform makes it possible to realize this advanced screening model. We look forward to contributing to Ierabu Partners' growth and the creation of new value through the continuous application of AI, driving efficiencies and enhancing service quality.”

About DataRobot, Inc.

DataRobot empowers teams to build the workforce of the future through AI. Their platform facilitates the construction and scaling of AI agents directly integrated into business processes, improving efficiency and delivering impactful results. With built-in governance and safeguards, DataRobot ensures companies can adopt AI confidently and securely.

Company Details

• - Name: DataRobot, Inc.
• - CEO: Debanjan Saha
• - Founded: 2012
• - Location: 33 Arch Street, Boston, MA 02110, USA
• - Website: DataRobot

About Ierabu Partners

Ierabu Partners operates under the principle of delivering happiness to everyone through compassionate service and IT. They provide rental guarantee services, 24-hour emergency support, and credit card payment services to real estate companies, owners, and contractors. Emphasizing personal connections and dialogue while leveraging evolving IT, Ierabu Partners aims to offer services that evoke genuine emotional responses. The company is also focused on enhancing collaboration in services surrounding rentals, improving the productivity of real estate management, and promoting paperless and cashless transactions to foster the development of the entire real estate sector.

Company Details

• - Name: Ierabu Partners, Inc.
• - CEO: Takashi Nozomi
• - Capital: 100 million yen
• - Headquarters: 48th floor, Shinjuku Sumitomo Building, 2-6-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
• - Website: Ierabu Partners

Contact Information

• - For inquiries related to the release:

Ierabu Partners
PR Contact: Kumagai
TEL: 03-6240-3390
Email: [email protected]

• - For media inquiries:

Ierabu Group PR Department
Contact: Kodama, Akiyoshi
TEL: 03-6911-3955
Email: [email protected]