On Wednesday, July 17, 2024, Ishikawa Prefecture and thePokémon With You Foundation announced that they have signed a comprehensive collaboration agreement on recovery and reconstruction from the Noto Peninsula Earthquake.
Comprehensive Collaborative Agreement between Ishikawa Prefecture and Pokémon with You Foundation
本日、#一般財団法人ポケモン・ウィズ・ユー財団 と能登半島地震の復旧・復興に関する包括連携協定を締結。#ピカチュウ も応援に駆けつけてくれました!
20日から、のとじま水族館でスタンプラリーを開催するなど、#ポケモン の力を借りながら能登を元気にしていきます。 pic.twitter.com/sQMCOG2hNM— 石川県「もっといしかわ」 (@motto_ishikawa) July 17, 2024
The Noto Peninsula of Ishikawa Prefecture was severely damaged by the Noto Earthquake that occurred on Monday, January 1, 2024. While some citizens are still living in evacuation shelters, restoration work is underway in various areas.
It was announced that the Notojima Aquarium, an interactive aquarium located in Nanao City, Ishikawa Prefecture, is scheduled to partially reopen on July 20, 2024 (Saturday ). Pikachu came to the press conference to show his support, and a stamp rally will be held on the same day to energize Noto with the help of Pokémon.