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and originality of his food was always evident.He was a vocal advocate for JANM and was always generous in sharing his passion and knowledge of Japanese food and culture.

He and his wife Jo Ann Hirose opened a French restaurant in Kyoto before opening Maison Akira.Chef Akira HiroseThe Japanese American National Museum (JANM) mourns the passing of Chef Akira Hirose on Sept.as well as Maxims de Paris and under Jo?l Robuchon at the Nikko Hotel.

and kindness were part of the cultural fabric of the museum and the neighborhood.Azay provided meals to low-income families.

Whether serving a grand dinner at a gala or a bento lunch for local seniors.

Hirose operated the café in JANMs Pavilion when it first opened in 1999 and went on to cater many events at the museum.and the Community Participation Commission.

and Alhambra City Councilmember Jeffrey Koji Maloney.I had the privilege of attending Hillcrest Elementary School.

When my husband Nathaniel and I were deciding where to raise our own family.Elizabeth YangElizabeth Yangs victory marks a new chapter for Monterey Park.