When I talk about the various areas of Tokyo I have found that the term ward is the English equivalent for the Japanese term ku. Also, many of the areas identify themselves as cities on their websites and Toshima is one of them. You will find that I use ward, the suffix “-ku” and city at different times to describe the various areas of the city.

Thanks for prompting me to explain what may seem confusing to some readers.

As far as Kishimojin vs. Kishibojin is concerned, I have seen both spellings used. I opted for the version that is used by both The Japan Times and the Japan National Tourist Organization.

Grear post as usual.
It’s a minor point but it’s Toshima ward(ku) and Kishibojin, I guess.