Takashi Kotegawa (BNF): The Day Trading Legend
Introduction Takashi Kotegawa, widely known by his online handle "BNF," is a legendary Japanese day trader. He achieved global fame for turning his life savings of approximately $13,000 (¥1.6 million) into a fortune reported to be well over $100 million in about eight years through disciplined day trading.
Background Kotegawa began as an ordinary young man in Japan with no financial background or wealthy connections. He was motivated to start trading after witnessing his parents lose money during the IT bubble. With no formal training, he dedicated himself to intense self-study, analyzing market mechanics from his computer day after day.
Core Philosophy and Strategy His strategy was not based on luck but on extreme discipline and analysis. He focused on achieving small, consistent wins rather than large, risky trades. His primary technique was identifying oversold stocks by analyzing their deviation from short-term moving averages. Kotegawa's core principles were patience (waiting for the perfect setup), pattern recognition, and strict risk control.
The Legendary "J-Com Incident" His status as a legend was cemented on December 8, 2005, during the infamous "J-Com Incident." A trader at Mizuho Securities made a "fat-finger error," mistakenly putting in an order to sell 610,000 shares of a newly listed company, J-Com, for ¥1 each instead of 1 share for ¥610,000. While the market panicked, Kotegawa instantly recognized the opportunity, bought a significant number of the shares, and sold them later the same day for a profit of approximately $20 million. He further demonstrated his skill by profiting during the 2008 financial crisis.
Key Reasons for Success His extraordinary success is attributed to three main factors:
- Unshakable Discipline: He strictly adhered to his system, never chasing trades or letting emotions dictate his decisions.
- Extreme Focus: He dedicated himself completely to studying charts, avoiding news and other distractions to maintain clarity.
- Continuous Improvement: He learned from every mistake, kept detailed records, and constantly refined his trading process.
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