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What is Sendai's nickname?

  • City of Trees

  • City of Bridges

  • City of Temples

  • City of Festivals

Answer

Sendai is nicknamed the "City of Trees" (杜の都, Mori no Miyako) due to the many Japanese zelkova trees lining its main thoroughfares, such as Jōzenji Street and Aoba Street. These trees give the city a beautiful, green appearance.
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