[quote name='SaraAB']Japan DOES celebrate christmas just like the rest of us, and yes they shop just like the rest of us, about the employees taking a break there i do not know if that is the reason for the shortage but i certaintly hope it doesnt last until march.
I bought one in october for 130$ when there were plenty in stock...[/QUOTE]
from what I understand, they do Christmas very differently over there. iirc, married couples rent out hotels for the night and do the nasty. Also, the wife is expected to give presents to the husband (while the husband gives gifts on Valentine's Day.) Finally, Japanese workers don't take breaks or vacations! When other workers take up their slack, they risk losing their spot in line for a promotion.
I could have this all mixed up though. and I'm not sure why I'm even telling you all this :lol:
anyway, I would Ebay the system but it's in horrible shape.