Japan stocks were higher after the close on Friday, as gains in the marine transport, insurance and Industrials sectors led shares higher. Tokuyama Corp. shares were among the leaders of growth among the components of Nikkei 225 index at the end of today's trading. (T: 4043), which rose by 230.0 p. (7.53%), closing at 3.285,0. Quotes The Kansai Electric Power Co. (T:9503) increased by 62.5 p. (4,95%), closed trading at the level of 1.324,5. Paper Pacific Metals Co., Ltd. (T:5541) increased in price by 145,0 p. (4,55%), having closed on a mark 3.335,0.