Japan's Nikkei snaps losing streak as tariff jitters ease

Nikkei ended 0.5% higher at 37,780.54, snapping a three-day losing streak.

Index briefly crossed 38,000 but gains were capped by uncertainty.

Topix hit an eight-month high before closing 0.2% higher at 2,797.52.

US market gains boosted sentiment amid hopes of softer tariffs.