The Nikkei 225 Index closed up 213.25 points, or 0.33%, to 64136.25 points. Korea's KOSPI index closed down 1.25 points, or 0.02%, to 6716.72 points.

The Nikkei 225 Index closed up 213.25 points, or 0.33%, to 64136.25 points. Korea's KOSPI index closed down 1.25 points, or 0.02%, to 6716.72 points.