Market gains were led by precision instrument, rubber product, and electric appliance shares, while main decliners included oil and coal product, real estate, and land transportation issues.
The 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average index advanced 29.67 points, or 0.08%, to finish at 38,385.73. The broader Topix index of all First Section issues on the Tokyo Stock Exchange fell 0.07 point, 0.00%, to 2,730.88.
Shares of Sony Group jumped 9% after the tech and entertainment conglomerate pledged to boost shareholder returns and forecast higher annual profit. Chip-testing making equipment maker Advantest advanced 3.12%.
Isetan Mitsukoshi Holdings surged 14% after the department store operator reported gains in its annual sales and profits.
CURRENCY NEWS: The Japanese yen was little changed in lower 156 level against greenback on Wednesday.
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