Data compiled by Woofun AI shows that the Nikkei 225 index concluded trading on Monday, June 22, at an unprecedented high of 72,353.96 points. The benchmark index advanced by 1,103.90 points, representing a 1.55% gain for the session.

Meanwhile, regional momentum extended to South Korea, where the KOSPI index also closed higher. The Korean benchmark rose by 62.23 points, or 0.69%, settling at 9,114.65 points on the same day.