Japanese stocks opened strongly after a three-day weekend, with SoftBank Group up more than 6% and Kioxia up just under 4%. The South Korean market was closed. Reports also emerged that SBエナジー was postponing its IPO.
After resuming trading following a three-day weekend, Japan's stock market saw the Nikkei 225 trade firmly, widening its gains after the opening to stand 1.25% higher.
Technology stocks were bought in the morning session, with SoftBank Group rising more than 6% and Kioxia gaining about 4%.
SBエナジー, a SoftBank Group subsidiary, was reported to be considering postponing its IPO due to insufficient demand within the valuation range.
Meanwhile, US stocks fell across the board in the previous session, while the Japanese market moved independently.
The South Korean market was closed.