Sendai

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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1. Where is Sendai?Located in the Tōhoku region, northeastern Japan, on the island of Honshu
2. How big is Sendai?Covers approximately 783 square kilometers
3. What is the capital of Sendai?Serves as the capital and administrative center of Miyagi Prefecture
4. What language do people speak in Sendai?Japanese is the official and primary language spoken
5. When was Sendai built?Founded in 1600 by the samurai lord Date Masamune
6. What makes Sendai's streets special?Sendai’s streets are lined with big zelkova trees that give shade, clean the air, and make the city look beautiful.

Daimyo: A powerful feudal lord in Japan before the Meiji Restoration.
Urban Heat Island Effect: The phenomenon where urban areas are significantly warmer than surrounding rural areas due to human activities.
Tohoku University: A major national research university in Sendai, recognized for its academic excellence and scientific contributions.
Kamaboko: A Japanese processed seafood product made of white fish paste, often steamed or broiled.