The New Year is a busier period for Japan than before Christmas is for the West as well so it would make sense to keep supply in Japan decent during this time.
Also, if I understand correctly, the Wii IOU's issued in December count towards that month's sales, not January's which I don't think that many people are aware of, just like the 4 week vs 5 week month. Last year's January period started a lot earlier too when things were still calming down.
I'd be tempted to say even 35-37k is optimistic though of course perfectly attainable if the supply is there.
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The New Year is a busier period for Japan than before Christmas is for the West as well so it would make sense to keep supply in Japan decent during this time.
Also, if I understand correctly, the Wii IOU's issued in December count towards that month's sales, not January's which I don't think that many people are aware of, just like the 4 week vs 5 week month. Last year's January period started a lot earlier too when things were still calming down.
I'd be tempted to say even 35-37k is optimistic though of course perfectly attainable if the supply is there.