The Nikkei index rose 1.3%, driven by technology stocks.

The Japanese stock market is on the rise, following an overnight increase in Wall Street stocks. However, cautious sentiment regarding the Iran conflict still exists in the market. Electronic stocks are leading the gains, with Daikin Industries up 11% and TDK up 5.2%. Investors are closely monitoring the developments in the Middle East situation, as mediators are currently working to extend the ceasefire agreement between the US and Iran. The Nikkei index is up 1.3% at 28,867.28 points.