Price Negotiation Simulator

Find out exactly how far you can go — instantly calculate your discount floor

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Reply Templates for Price Negotiations

Bilingual — copy the Japanese to send, use the English to understand it

A — Decline

🇯🇵 コメントありがとうございます。誠に恐れ入りますが、こちらの価格が限界となっております。ご理解いただけますと幸いです。

🇬🇧 Thank you for your comment. I'm very sorry, but this price is firm. I appreciate your understanding.

B — Small discount

🇯🇵 コメントありがとうございます。[X]円でしたら対応可能です。よろしければ専用出品いたしますのでお知らせください。

🇬🇧 Thank you for your comment. I could do ¥[X]. If that works for you, let me know and I'll set up a reserved listing.

C — Conditional decline

🇯🇵 現在の価格での販売を希望しておりますが、一定期間売れない場合は値下げも検討いたします。

🇬🇧 I'd like to keep the current price for now, but I may consider a discount if it doesn't sell after a while.

Negotiation Tips

  1. 1.For listings marked "no immediate purchase," it's polite etiquette to comment first before buying.
  2. 2.A steep discount can raise doubts about quality — a price far below market rate can make buyers wary.
  3. 3.Adding "final price" to your listing can discourage further negotiation. It works well in the title or description.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far can I lower my price when negotiating on Mercari?▼

Add your sourcing cost, shipping, fees, and minimum desired profit, then divide by (1 - fee rate) — that's your floor. This tool calculates it automatically.

How do I decline a price negotiation on Mercari?▼

A polite reply like "I'm sorry, but this price is firm" is standard. Avoid emotional responses since they can affect your reviews.

Can discounting too much put me at a loss?▼

Yes. Discounting without accounting for shipping, fees, and sourcing cost can put you at a loss. Check your break-even point with this tool before agreeing.

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