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Noto Airport becomes “Pokémon With You Airport” until 2029

Noto Satoyama Airport in Ishikawa has been renamed Noto Satoyama Pokémon With You Airport, a tourism campaign to support recovery after the 2024 Noto earthquake.

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What changes

Since 7 July 2026, the airport carries the Pokémon name and has themed decorations, food and goods.

The campaign is planned to run until 30 September 2029.

Who it affects
Visitors to the Noto Peninsula and Pokémon fans.
When
7 July 2026 to 30 September 2029 (planned).
Where
Ishikawa
Official source
Ishikawa Prefecture press release (14 May 2026) ↗ Japanese

What to do

Flights connect with Tokyo Haneda. Think about adding Noto to a Kanazawa trip.

Also reported by: japan-guide.com report (9 Aug 2026) ↗

Last checked against the official source: 21 October 2026. Spotted a change? Tell us.