Japan Market Daily | Kabutaro & Friends

On April 22, 2026, the Nikkei 225 rose for a third consecutive session to close at 59,585 yen, up 236 yen and marking a new historic high. Market sentiment was supported by President Trump’s announcement of an indefinite ceasefire extension with Iran, which prompted buying in AI and semiconductor-related stocks. Japan's Ministry of Finance maintained its economic assessment for all 11 regions, describing the economy as recovering moderately while warning of supply chain risks in the Strait of Hormuz. In currency markets, the yen remained weak in the low 159 range against the dollar due to persistent interest rate differentials. Chinese markets also saw gains, with the Shanghai Composite Index rising for a third day as geopolitical anxieties eased across Asia.