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Pokémon Airport Takes Flight in Japan!
17 May
Summary
- Noto Satoyama Airport rebrands as Pokémon airport.
- Themed attractions run for over three years.
- Initiative aims to boost tourism and aid disaster recovery.
Noto Satoyama Airport in Japan's Ishikawa prefecture is undergoing a significant transformation, set to be renamed the "Noto Satoyama Pokémon With You Airport." This evolution will officially launch on July 7, 2026, with a wide array of Pokémon-themed attractions and events scheduled to continue through September 30, 2029. The revamped four-storey airport invites fans to discover over 111 flying-type Pokémon throughout its grounds, featuring a centerpiece Pikachu atop an aeroplane in the atrium.
The initiative extends beyond mere entertainment; it is a significant part of the recovery efforts following the devastating magnitude 7.6 Noto Peninsula earthquake in 2024. Airport officials stated the theme, including a new logo and specially commissioned art like the "Sky of Hope" piece, aims to bring smiles and hope to children impacted by the disaster. The airport will also feature themed dining at the An-non Restaurant and merchandise at the Serendipity gift shop.
Further extending the Pokémon theme, a tour bus service will connect Kanazawa City, the airport, and Wajima City, featuring "Sky of Hope" motifs. This service, set to begin mid-July, will operate on weekends, public holidays, and during summers. Nearby attractions like the Wakura Pokémon Footbath will also be accessible. This airport transformation coincides with other Pokémon-related developments, including expanded MIMARU hotel rooms and the opening of PokéPark Kanto at Yomiuriland in Tokyo.
