Chiba City's Midori Ward is home to Showa no Mori Park, which was selected as one of Japan's top 100 urban parks. You can enjoy walking in the park, which is filled with plants, flowers, and greenery, or take in the view of the Kujukuri Plain from the observation deck. The area is also blessed with nature, with Izumi Park, Ariyoshi Park, and Ohyakuike Park, where you can enjoy barbecues and camping. Agriculture, including pig farming and vegetable cultivation, is also thriving. Cultural facilities include the Hoki Museum and Midori Library. There are also golf courses such as Sodegaura Country Club and Tokyu Seven Hundred Club. Famous people from Chiba City's Midori Ward include manga artists Hiroshi Motomiya, Miyuki Noma, Takeshi Okazaki, and Kosuke Fujishima.