But real comfort food is not just about food but a place where community and connection can take place.

SCGF decided to preserve their legacy through this permanent monument in Seiryu-en.The new plaque solidifies the federations resolve to pass this legacy forward.

Japanese Chamber of Commerce of Southern California).although visitors still can look down on the sunken garden from JACCCs Noguchi Plaza.a garden originally built by SCGF members over two years of volunteer effort following the construction of the JACCC in 1979.

Reflections on LegacyFollowing the unveiling.Yamasaski and Sone unveiled the monument plaque placed on the wall of Seiryu-en.

reaffirming the garden as both a cultural symbol and a point of pride for the Japanese American community.

His book Gardeners Pioneer Stories documents the emotional and cultural heritage expressed in the gardeners senryu.Inouye National Center for the Preservation of Democracy (Democracy Center).

RAFU WIRE SERVICE AND STAFF REPORTSOn the same day that Mayor Karen Bass and Westside leaders called for the end of immigration raids throughout the city.It was a miscarriage of justice then.

Bass joined Westside leaders to reiterate their call for the federal government to end immigration raids throughout the city.as we have for the past 45 years.