Notojima

History

• February 1, 1955 - the three villages of the island are merged into Notojima town
• 1982 - Notojima big bridge is complete
• 1999 - Twin Bridge Noto is complete
• October 1, 2004 - the town of Notojima was abolished and Notojima island became part of the city of Nanao and of :ja:能登半島国定公園|Noto-Hanto Quazi-National Park.
• March 25, 2007 - An earthquake with 6.9 on the Moment magnitude scale occurred.

  Attractions

• At the Notojima Aquarium visitors can watch dolphin and seal shows, animal feeding and meet many species in the 'touch and feel' tank. The aquarium also has a collection of jellyfish.
• The Notojima Glass Art Museum is the only public specialized glass art museum in Japan. The open space outside the Museum also has 14 glass sculptures.
• Notojima cuisine is famous for its black burgers.
• The waters around Notojima are a common location for recreational sailing.