Japan: Nikkei bounces back, railways rebound as Covid-19 cases hit three digit again

A family is seen here relaxing during a visit to Lake Ashinoko in Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. A national Go To campaign aimed at spurring domestic travel added Tokyo starting this month. Rolled out in July, the campaign provides subsidies of up to 50% on transport, hotels and tourist attractions within Japan. - Bloomberg

TOKYO, Oct 5 (Reuters): Japanese shares bounced back on Monday, led by gains in value shares including railway companies, after doctors said U.S. President Donald Trump's health was improving following treatment for Covid-19.

The Nikkei share average rose 1.35% to 23,340.52 points, erasing its Friday losses following news of Trump testing positive for the coronavirus.