Gotta fly ‘em all? In Japan’s Ishikawa prefecture, Pokémon fans will soon be able to.
As part of upcoming renovation works, the Noto Satoyama Airport is preparing to level up by being renamed as the “Noto Satoyama Pokémon With You Airport”.
Nato Airport, which only operates flights exclusively to and from Tokyo Haneda International Airport, will unveil its evolution on 7 July 2026, with Pokémon-themed attractions and events planned through to 30 September 2029.
Self-styled as a world first, the Japanese domestic hub invites Pokémon fanatics to track down as many from the 111 flying-type characters throughout its soon-to-be revamped four-storey grounds.
At the atrium, a gleeful Pikachu perched atop an aeroplane will take centre stage, with Ash’s trusty companion surrounded by species inspired by birds, insects and even dragons.
