Japan stocks close down, yen rises after BOJ's policy announcement

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The Bank of Japan's decision to unload ETFs shook the stock market, as investors became wary of possible excessive stock supplies.  (Photo by Hazumu Urushiyama)

Nikkei staff writers

TOKYO -- Japanese stocks fell on Friday following the Bank of Japan's policy announcement, while the yen strengthened. 

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