On Monday, Japan's stock markets experienced a positive turn, with the Nikkei 225 climbing 0.6% to close at 58,825 and the Topix Index increasing 0.43% to 3,777. This rebound followed a previous session's losses and was largely supported by strong interest in artificial intelligence stocks. Despite rising geopolitical tensions, particularly after the United States seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman, investor sentiment remained buoyed by optimism surrounding AI and solid corporate earnings. Concerns linger regarding potential disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping route, which could lead to energy supply shocks and inflation risks, especially for energy-importing nations like Japan. However, the positive performance of major companies such as SoftBank Group, Lasertec, and Unitika helped to sustain market confidence.