Nikkei 225 closes up +1.43 % at 18,432.27

A good day at the office for the Nikkei as Chinese markets turn positive
– +260.67
– open 18361.99
– high 18468.20
– low 18299.63
– USDJPY 120.82 near session highs with offers noted into 121.00 where large roll off today
Shanghai Comp Index currently up +1.25% at 3191.42