The 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average gained 202.93 points, or 0.88 percent, from Wednesday to close the day at 23,235.47.
The broader Topix index of all First Section issues on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, meanwhile, added 19.46 points, or 1.21 percent, to finish at 1,624.86.
Marine transportation, glass and ceramic product, and consumer credit issues comprised those that gained the most by the close of play.
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