Tokyo: Japanese stocks closed higher today. The Nikkei index rose 0.4% to close at 42,807.82. The broader TOPIX index also saw a modest increase, closing up just under 0.2%.

According to Saudi Press Agency, the positive movement in the Japanese stock market reflects ongoing investor confidence, as both major indices witnessed gains. The Nikkei index's rise indicates a strengthening in specific sectors, while the TOPIX index's increase suggests a general upward trend in the market.