The Nikkei average fell by more than 1,500 points at one stage following a 3-day holiday weekend, with the decline widening immediately after the opening. Selling also spread in the Tokyo market following the decline in US markets.
The Nikkei average fell sharply following a 3-day holiday weekend, temporarily recording a decline of more than 1,500 points. The decline widened immediately after trading began.
The Nikkei traded around the 67,000 level at one point, but its late-session movement is unknown. The selling trend driven by overseas factors continued.