These sources provide an extensive overview of the Toneri (舎人) area in Tokyo’s Adachi Ward, focusing on its history, geography, and modern attractions. Several texts explore the historical origins of the name "Toneri," detailing multiple theories ranging from connections to Prince Shotoku (聖德太子) and the Toneri Imperial Guards to its role as a critical Warring States period castle site now occupied by Toneri Park. The most prominent modern focus is on Toneri Park, highlighting a recent "Flower and Light Movement" event featuring neelam (ネモフィラ) flowerbeds, detailed with information on light-up schedules, limited-time food items, and access directions. Additionally, the sources cover other local family-friendly spots like the Toneri Ikiiki Park, known for its unique giant red ogre slide, while a Wikipedia entry provides demographic, geographic, and administrative details for the entire Toneri district.

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