Japan's Nikkei ends higher on weaker yen, profit-taking limits gains

The Nikkei rose 0.33% to 39,821.28, after swinging between marginal gains and losses during the session.

The broader Topix rose 0.41% to 2,828.16.

Automakers rose on the back of the softer yen, with Toyota Motor and Honda Motor up 0.91% and 3.35%, respectively.