Zenhoren

Basic Information

Stock Code
5845
Industry
Other Financial Services
Category Detail
Consumer & Business Finance
Prefecture
Okinawa Prefecture
Establishment Year
November 2001
Listing Year
October 2023
Official Website
https://www.zenhoren.jp/
TSE Information
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Overview

Zenhoren, founded in 2001, is the largest company in the rent debt guarantee industry, leveraging its proprietary AI technology to boast the industry's largest scale of guarantee contracts as a consolidated subsidiary.

Current Situation

Zenhoren recorded net sales of 23.8 billion yen and total assets of 20.4 billion yen for the fiscal year ended March 2023, maintaining a stable financial base as the industry leader. Its primary businesses are rent debt guarantees and vocational school tuition guarantees, sustaining a high market share. The company focuses on AI-based risk management technology to enhance credit evaluation accuracy. It listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market in October 2023, bolstering its funding base. In April 2025, it became a consolidated subsidiary of Mitsubishi UFJ Niccos, expanding group synergies. With numerous branches across the nation, it strengthens customer touchpoints while delivering regionally rooted services. Looking ahead, it aims to further advance guarantee services and develop new guarantee products to accelerate growth.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • Over 3.8 million guarantee cases, the most in the industry
  • Stable operations as a subsidiary of Mitsubishi UFJ Niccos
  • Official partner of pro basketball team Ryukyu Golden Kings
  • Diversified into vocational school tuition guarantee business
  • Dual headquarters system in Okinawa and Tokyo

Hidden Connections

  • Credit service collaboration leveraging Mitsubishi UFJ Group's network
  • Strengthened local customer base through regionally rooted rental guarantee services
  • Contribution to regional economic revitalization via pro sports support

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Enhanced risk management capabilities using AI technology
  • Stable growth in guarantee demand within the housing rental market
  • Potential expansion in vocational school tuition guarantee market
  • Improved credibility through stronger ties with Mitsubishi UFJ Group
  • Regionally focused business expansion leveraging nationwide branch network

Strategic Goals

  • Achieve over 5 million guarantee contracts
  • Advanced risk evaluation system through AI utilization
  • Market share expansion in vocational school sector
  • Strengthened sustainability and social contribution activities
  • Full digital service implementation for operational efficiency

Business Segments

Credit Guarantee Services

Overview
Provides credit risk guarantees and related services tailored to real estate corporations and educational institutions.
Competitiveness
Advanced risk analysis via AI technology and the industry's largest number of guarantees
Customers
  • Real estate management companies
  • Rental agencies
  • Real estate owners
  • Vocational school operators
  • Financial institutions
Products
  • Rent debt guarantee service
  • Vocational school tuition guarantee
  • Risk management system
  • AI credit investigation tool

System Provision and Consulting

Overview
Offers IT systems to streamline guarantee operations and specialized consulting services.
Competitiveness
In-house AI systems and industry expertise
Customers
  • Real estate management companies
  • Rental agencies
  • Vocational schools
  • Financial institutions
Products
  • IT system for debt guarantees
  • Digital risk assessment tool
  • Industry consulting services

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • Industry-leading track record and largest number of guarantees
  • AI-utilized risk management technology
  • Nationwide sales network
  • Support from stable parent company (Mitsubishi UFJ Niccos)
  • Vocational school tuition guarantee business

Competitive Advantages

  • Over 3.8 million guarantee cases, holding top domestic market share
  • Risk evaluation based on advanced AI credit analysis
  • Capital and business collaboration with Mitsubishi UFJ Group
  • Strength in the niche vocational school market
  • Customer responsiveness through nationwide branch network

Threats

  • Intensifying price competition from rivals
  • Risk of increased guarantee liabilities due to deteriorating credit risks
  • Stricter business constraints from regulatory changes
  • Potential shrinkage of rental market due to population decline
  • Burden of maintaining and updating AI models

Innovations

2023: Listing on Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market

Overview
Listed on the TSE Standard Market in October 2023, achieving enhanced funding and corporate value.
Impact
Strengthened capital base and improved brand recognition

2024: Introduction of AI-Based Delinquency Risk Calculation System

Overview
Began precise calculation of rent delinquency risks using AI technology, contributing to advanced credit evaluation.
Impact
Appropriate risk assessment for guarantees and operational efficiency

2021: Absorption Merger of System Life Co., Ltd.

Overview
Absorbed and merged a system development company, strengthening IT infrastructure and expanding business.
Impact
Enhanced IT capabilities leading to improved service quality

Sustainability

  • Strengthened support activities for local communities
  • Paperless initiatives to reduce environmental impact
  • Promotion of women's empowerment and diverse workplace
  • Enhanced information security
  • Establishment of AI ethics guidelines