Sendai, Japan
Major city · Population 1.1M
Sendai is the 12th largest city in Japan with a population of approximately 1,096,704 people as of 2026. This makes it the 482nd largest city in the world, accounting for 0.88% of Japan's total population of 124.0M. Sendai is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Tokyo timezone. The average annual temperature is 13.5°C with 1,377 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 53 meters above sea level.
Population
1,096,704
Global Rank
#482
Country Rank
#12
% of Japan
0.88%
Avg Temperature
13.5°C
Annual Rainfall
1,377 mm
Elevation
53 m
Timezone
Asia/Tokyo
Sendai on the Map
Climate in Sendai
Sendai's warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Aug with 265 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Japan at a Glance
Country Population
123,975,371
Capital
Tokyo
Region
Eastern Asia
Major Cities
293
GDP per Capita
$32,487
Life Expectancy
84.0 years
Urban Population
92.2%
Growth Rate
-0.00%
Other Major Cities in Japan
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Sendai with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ōsaki | 128,763 | 37 km |
| Ishinomaki | 140,151 | 41 km |
| Yamagata | 248,772 | 44 km |
| Fukushima | 294,237 | 67 km |
| Ichinoseki | 114,476 | 76 km |
| Ōshū | 112,937 | 101 km |
| Tsuruoka | 125,389 | 104 km |
| Kōriyama | 327,692 | 105 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Sendai?
The population of Sendai, Japan is approximately 1,096,704 people, making it the 482nd largest city in the world and the 12th largest in Japan.
Is Sendai the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo. Sendai is the 12th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Sendai?
Sendai has an average annual temperature of 13.5°C and receives 1,377 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Sendai in?
Sendai is in the Asia/Tokyo timezone.