Joto Ward in Osaka City is adjacent to Asahi Ward and Chuo Ward. Located in the northeast, the ward's flowers are cosmos and magnolia. Rivers such as the Neyagawa River and the Johoku River flow through the ward, and transportation is easily accessible by train and bus. The ward boasts the world-renowned sculpture road on both sides of Midosuji. Formerly part of Higashinari Ward, it became part of Joto Ward in Osaka City in 1943. Recently, many high-rise apartment buildings have been built in the ward, which is expected to further increase the population. Many well-known companies have also established operations in the ward. Some companies even have their registered headquarters in the ward. Therefore, the employment situation is stable.