Limited-time reopening of NOTO SATOYAMA POKÉMON with YOU AIRPORT on July 7! Exclusive airport content and items also available.
It has been decided that Noto Satoyama Airport will undergo a renewal opening as the world’s first airport bearing the Pokémon name, NOTO SATOYAMA POKÉMON with YOU AIRPORT! This will be a limited-time initiative running from Tuesday, July 7, 2026, to the end of September 2029.
NOTO SATOYAMA POKÉMON with YOU AIRPORT Opens on July 7! Enjoy the Inside of the Airport Overflowing with Pokémon
Ishikawa Prefecture and the Pokémon with YOU Foundation are moving forward with initiatives aimed at bringing smiles to the disaster-stricken areas of the Noto Peninsula Earthquake. As part of these initiatives, Noto Airport will experience a renewal opening on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, as the first airport bearing the Pokémon name, NOTO SATOYAMA POKÉMON with YOU AIRPORT!
Renewal Period: Tuesday, July 7, 2026 – End of September 2029
Pokémon Appear Everywhere! Decorations at NOTO SATOYAMA POKÉMON with YOU AIRPORT
In conjunction with the renewal, the inside of the airport will be decorated with various Pokémon!
Logo
Exclusive logo
The airport’s exclusive logo is a bright and gorgeous design filled with the desire to deliver cheer. With Poké Balls and Pikachu as motifs, it incorporates the topography of the Noto Peninsula as well as the smiles of local residents and travelers.
2nd Floor Atrium
2nd floor atrium
In the 2nd floor atrium area, there will be a large Pikachu and airplane balloon that will serve as the symbol of the airport. Countless Pokémon will soar comfortably through the air around it. Including this atrium area, the airport premises will be decorated with all 111 Flying-type Pokémon discovered as of May 2026!
1st Floor Arrival Lobby
1st floor arrival lobby
The 1st floor arrival lobby will feature a large-scale decoration designed with the Bright Future art, which was created in 2024 to support the recovery of Noto. The Pikachu, Plusle, and Minun depicted at the center of the artwork will become 3D monuments.
The logo mark will also be designed on the upper part of the airport’s exterior. Pokémon will line up all along the pillars at the airport entrance, creating a sense of excitement for the start of a journey.
Enjoy Inside the Airport! Observation Deck and Exclusive Short Movies
At the renewed airport, you can also enjoy other initiatives related to Pokémon.
Observation Deck Pikachu’s Satoyama
Pikachu’s Satoyama
An innumerable number of Pikachu will
Noto Satoyama Airport
Noto Satoyama Airport is a small regional airport located in Wajima, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan, which opened in 2003 to improve access to the Noto Peninsula. Its name reflects the surrounding satoyama landscape—a traditional Japanese mosaic of forests, farmland, and villages—and the airport was designed to harmonize with this cultural and natural environment. Despite its scenic setting, the airport has faced challenges with low passenger numbers and was temporarily closed after the 2024 Noto Peninsula earthquake.
NOTO SATOYAMA POKÉMON with YOU AIRPORT
NOTO SATOYAMA POKÉMON with YOU AIRPORT is a unique, Pokémon-themed terminal at Noto Airport in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan, created to promote tourism and recovery after the 2024 Noto Peninsula earthquake. The airport features Pokémon character decorations, a special “Pikachu” check-in counter, and a play area, blending local Satoyama culture with the beloved franchise. It aims to attract visitors by offering a whimsical, family-friendly experience while supporting the region’s revitalization.
Noto Airport
Noto Airport is a regional airport located in Wajima, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan. It opened in 2003 to replace the older Noto Airport and initially operated flights to major cities like Tokyo and Osaka. However, following the 2024 Noto Peninsula earthquake, the airport was severely damaged and temporarily closed, though it later resumed limited operations to support recovery efforts.
Noto Peninsula
The Noto Peninsula is a scenic, rural region in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan, known for its rugged coastline, traditional crafts, and terraced rice fields. Historically, it served as a vital cultural and trade hub, with the Wajima lacquerware and Suzu-yaki pottery industries flourishing there for centuries. The area also features historic sites like the Shiroyone Senmaida rice terraces and the morning markets of Wajima, reflecting its enduring agricultural and artisanal heritage.
2nd Floor Atrium
The
1st Floor Arrival Lobby
The 1st Floor Arrival Lobby is typically the main entry point for visitors arriving at a building, such as an airport, hotel, or office complex. Its history often reflects the architectural and functional evolution of modern transportation and hospitality hubs, designed to efficiently manage large flows of people while making a strong first impression. Today, it serves as a central space for orientation, waiting, and access to key facilities like check-in counters or information desks.
Observation Deck Pikachu’s Satoyama
Observation Deck Pikachu’s Satoyama is a themed viewpoint located in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan, designed to celebrate the connection between the Pokémon franchise and the traditional rural landscape known as *satoyama*. The site features a life-sized Pikachu statue overlooking scenic rice terraces and forests, offering visitors a blend of pop culture and nature. It was created as part of a regional revitalization effort, highlighting the harmony between Pokémon’s themes of nature and the area’s agricultural heritage.
Noto
Noto is a historic city on the western coast of Sicily, Italy, renowned for its stunning Baroque architecture. The original city was destroyed by a devastating earthquake in 1693, and it was rebuilt on a new site nearby, becoming a UNESCO World Heritage site as part of the “Late Baroque Towns of the Val di Noto.” Today, it is celebrated for its harmonious urban layout, grand cathedrals, and elegant palaces, all carved from local golden-hued limestone.
