Nikkei flat, exporters up on softer yen

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TOKYO, May 14 (Reuters) - Japan's Nikkei share average was flat on Wednesday, as rises in exporters such as Canon Inc (7751.T: Quote, Profile, Research, Stock Buzz) on a softer yen against the dollar were offset by a decline in Tokyo Electron Ltd (8035.T: Quote, Profile, Research, Stock Buzz) on its weak outlook.

As of 0005 GMT, the benchmark Nikkei average .N225 was at 13,954.04. The broader TOPIX index fell 0.04 percent to 1,359.50. (Reporting by Taiga Uranaka)