GENERAL22 Sept 2026
Nikkei index: Why Japan stock market is closed for three days? When will it open for trading again? Details for investor | Stock Market News
Japan's stock exchanges are shut from Monday, 21 September to Wednesday, 23 September for three public holidays, with trading resuming Thursday, 24 September. This affects anyone tracking Japanese shares. Cash trading pauses, but Nikkei 225 futures still trade on the Osaka Exchange, and the yen weakened to around 157 per dollar. Nothing changes for Indian investors here, so just note the reopening date and carry on.
Key Statutory Highlights
- The Tokyo Stock Exchange and Osaka Exchange are closed on 21, 22 and 23 September for Respect for the Aged Day, a Citizens' Holiday and Autumnal Equinox Day.
- Nikkei 225 futures keep trading through holiday trading on the Osaka Exchange even while cash trading in shares is shut.
- The Nikkei 225 closed at 65,018.95 on 18 September, up 882.70 points or 1.38 percent.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If you hold Japanese shares or funds, speak to your broker or investment advisor before acting, as cash trading stays closed until 24 September and prices may shift once it reopens.
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