Summary of "第52回【2020年版】誰でもせどりで年収100万円アップさせる具体的な方法【お金の稼ぎ方】【稼ぐ実践編】"

Video Summary: 第52回【2020年版】誰でもせどりで年収100万円アップさせる具体的な方法【お金の稼ぎ方】【稼ぐ実践編】

Overview

This video provides a comprehensive, practical guide on how to increase annual income by approximately 1 million yen (~80,000 yen/month) through reselling (せどり) in 2020. It emphasizes that reselling is accessible to anyone willing to work honestly and diligently, including housewives, students, and office workers. The presenter cautions against expecting easy money or relying on expensive paid courses and information products, which often exploit beginners.

Key Financial and Business Concepts Covered

Reselling Business Model: Buy low, sell high. Legitimate reselling is not illegal and benefits all parties by clearing inventory and providing affordable products to consumers.
Ethical Considerations: Avoid unethical practices such as hoarding limited items (e.g., masks, tickets) to drive up prices, which is illegal or unethical.
Start-Up Requirements:
- Equipment: Credit card (Visa/MasterCard), smartphone, computer (entry-level ~50,000 yen), optional printer and label printer (~10,000 yen).
- Software/Tools: Barcode scanner apps (Ame Code, Sasedorisuto, Sotosedroid), product research tools (Monorate, Monozone, Keeper).
- Amazon Seller Account: Two types—small-scale (pay per item, no monthly fee) and large-scale (4,900 yen/month, no per-item fee). Beginners should start with small-scale.
Amazon FBA (Fulfillment by Amazon): Amazon handles storage, shipping, and customer service for sellers who send inventory to Amazon warehouses. FBA sellers gain the “Prime” badge, increasing sales and trust.
Product Research Methodology:
- Use barcode scanning apps to check product prices, sales ranks, and competition on Amazon.
- Analyze sales rank graphs to estimate turnover (sales velocity).
- Calculate profit margins including Amazon fees, shipping costs, and purchase price.
- Focus on products with a turnover of about 12 months or less.
- Price competitively, often listing 1 yen cheaper than competitors to ensure sales.
Profit Margin and Turnover:
- Profit margin (ROI) example: 5% on 10 million yen investment = 500,000 yen profit.
- Choose products that sell out within a month to maintain cash flow.
- Balance between high-margin low-volume and low-margin high-volume products depending on capital.
Types of Reselling:
1. Store Reselling: Buying clearance or discounted items from physical stores (e.g., Yamada Denki, Bic Camera, Don Quijote, Aeon, Hard Off) and selling on Amazon or other platforms.
2. Online Reselling: Buying from online shops or wholesalers and reselling on Amazon, Mercari, or Yahoo! Auctions.
3. Point Reselling: Using point systems (Rakuten, Yahoo Shopping) to reduce effective purchase price and resell for profit.
4. Import/Export Business: Importing/exporting products (e.g., Chinese import resale) to earn monthly income.
5. Secondhand Brand Reselling: Selling used brand goods on Mercari or similar platforms (requires secondhand dealer license).
Listing and Shipping Process:
- List products on Amazon using the catalog.
- Choose fulfillment method (FBA or self-fulfillment).
- Attach barcodes (prefer Amazon product labels to avoid counterfeit issues).
- Use recommended shipping services (e.g., Yamato Transport) for FBA.
Risks and Compliance:
- Avoid prohibited or restricted products (e.g., Apple TV, firearms, some electronics).
- Understand Amazon’s authenticity checks (“Mind’s Eye Investigation”) triggered by buyer complaints or manufacturer reports.
- Respond promptly and properly to authenticity inquiries to avoid account suspension.
- Avoid listing suspiciously cheap or counterfeit products.
- Prefer listing items as “Almost New” rather than “New” to reduce risk of authenticity investigations.
- Beware of unethical practices promoted by some paid information providers (e.g., fake reviews, selling without inventory), which can lead to account suspension.
Capital and Cash Flow Management:
- Start with small capital; profits scale with investment.
- Manage cash flow carefully; profits tied up in inventory are not liquid cash.
- Strategies to improve cash flow: extend credit card payment cycles, borrow from family, use public loans.
Cautions on Paid Consulting and Information Products:
- Many paid courses are overpriced, provide little value, or promote unethical practices.
- Successful resellers often avoid teaching to prevent increasing competition.
- Start with free tools and resources; paid tools enhance efficiency but do not guarantee success.
Community and Support: The presenter highlights a supportive community (Liberdai) with experienced resellers sharing free knowledge. Offline meetups, group chats, and collaboration help beginners learn and grow.

Methodology / Step-by-Step Framework for Store Reselling

Preparation: Obtain necessary equipment and Amazon seller account. Install barcode scanner apps and familiarize with research tools (Monorate, Keeper).
Product Research: Visit stores with clearance or discounted items. Scan barcodes and check Amazon sales rank, competition, and price trends. Calculate profitability including Amazon fees and shipping.
Purchasing: Buy products with good profit margin and turnover. Focus on discontinued, clearance, limited edition, or hard-to-find items.
Listing Products: List on Amazon, choosing fulfillment method (FBA recommended). Attach appropriate barcodes and labels.
Shipping: Ship products to Amazon warehouse (FBA) or self-fulfill.
Sales and Inventory Management: Monitor sales and replenish stock. Price competitively to maintain turnover.
Compliance and Risk Management: Avoid restricted products. Respond to authenticity checks diligently. Avoid unethical practices to protect account health.

Key Numbers & Timelines

Goal: Increase annual income by 1 million yen (~80,000 yen/month) initially.
Potential to scale to 200,000–300,000 yen/month or more.
Amazon large-scale seller account fee: 4,900 yen/month.
Example product sales price: 1,000 yen revenue, 230 yen Amazon commission, 100 yen purchase cost → 670 yen profit.
Inventory turnover target: sell out within 1 month.
Manufacturer restrictions often require invoices dated within 180 days.
Authenticity investigations often target accounts under 1 year old but can happen anytime.

Disclaimers & Recommendations

This is not financial advice; results depend on individual effort and market conditions.

Avoid unethical or illegal reselling practices.

Be wary of paid courses promising unrealistic earnings.

Start small, use free tools, and build experience gradually.

Join supportive communities for practical help and to avoid scams.

Mentioned Assets, Platforms, and Tools

Platforms: Amazon (including FBA), Mercari, Yahoo! Auctions, Rakuten, Yahoo Shopping.
Stores: Yamada Denki, Bic Camera, Don Quijote, Aeon, Hard Off, Cainz Home, Viva Home, Joshin, Costco.
Tools/Apps: Ame Code, Sasedorisuto, Sotosedroid (barcode scanners); Monorate, Monozone (price and sales rank research); Keeper (price tracking).
Payment: Credit cards (Visa/MasterCard), Rakuten Card.
Shipping: Yamato Transport, Yamato Transport.com, EcoMovie.

Presenters and Contributors

Main Presenter: Unnamed (YouTube channel host focused on reselling education).
Community Contributors:
- Oka Masaru: Experienced reseller, advocates free sharing, no paid consulting.
- Goma-chan: Beginner turned successful reseller (500,000 yen/month).
- Kappei: 5-year reseller, side job, no paid consulting, community leader.
Liberdai Community: Group supporting resellers with free information, meetups, and chats.

Summary

The video is a detailed, practical guide for beginners to start and succeed in reselling as a side business, with a focus on store reselling and Amazon FBA. It covers necessary equipment, account setup, product research, listing, shipping, profit calculation, risk management, and ethical considerations. It strongly advises against relying on paid courses or unethical shortcuts and encourages joining free communities for support. The presenter emphasizes that with effort and proper research, increasing income by 1 million yen annually is achievable and scalable.