Xebio Arena Sendai (ゼビオアリーナ仙台) is an arena located in the city of Sendai in Miyagi Prefecture, Japan.[1] It serves as the home arena for the Sendai 89ers of the B.League, Japan's professional basketball league.

Xebio Arena Sendai
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Xebio Arena Sendai is located in Miyagi Prefecture
Xebio Arena Sendai
Xebio Arena Sendai
Location within Miyagi Prefecture
Xebio Arena Sendai is located in Japan
Xebio Arena Sendai
Xebio Arena Sendai
Xebio Arena Sendai (Japan)
Full nameXebio Arena Sendai
LocationSendai, Miyagi Prefecture, Japan
Coordinates38°13′49.42″N 140°53′13.74″E / 38.2303944°N 140.8871500°E / 38.2303944; 140.8871500
OwnerXebio Holdings
Capacity4,002+1,000: basketball
Field size11,707.7 m2
ScoreboardDaktronics LED centerhung scoreboard & ribbons
Construction
OpenedSeptember 20, 2012
Construction cost¥3 billion (US$27.33 million)
ArchitectSato Kogyo, Co. Ltd
Structural engineerSato Kogyo
Main contractorsSato Kogyo
Tenants
Sendai 89ers (2012–2016, 2019–)
Website
www.xebioarena.com

History

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In November 2023, it was announced that the arena would undergo renovation in 2024, including the construction of an ice rink that meets international standards, with a length of 60 meters and a width of 30 meters. The project, presented by the mayor, received support from Yuzuru Hanyu, a two-time Olympic champion.[2]

Sports events

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Entertainment events

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Access

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Satellite view

References

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  1. ^ Kotobuki Seating (April 2017). "Xebio Arena, Sendai". Retrieved 13 October 2017.[permanent dead link]
  2. ^ Jack Gallagher (December 1, 2023). "Yuzuru Hanyu Backs New Ice Rink in Hometown of Sendai". Japan Forward. Retrieved January 28, 2024.
  3. ^ NJPW. "New Japan Cup coming this March | NEW JAPAN PRO-WRESTLING". NJPW. Retrieved 2021-01-13.
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