Akira Hirose, a 70-year-old, Kyoto, Japan-born, Los Angeles resident, passed away peacefully at his home on September 26, 2024. He was the chef-owner of Azay restaurant in Little Tokyo and formerly of Maison Akira in Pasadena.

He is survived by his loving wife Jo Ann, their children Michelle and Philip, brothers Shigeru (Tomoe), Yutaka (Hikaru-san), Hikaru (Kiyoko) all of Japan, brothers-in-law Norman Maehara (Mardy), Nolan Maehara (Sandy), sister-in-law Rosanne Takahashi (Ron). Also, survived by many nieces, nephews, and extended family in Japan.

The funeral service will be held on Sunday, October 13th at 3:00 pm at the Los Angeles Hompa Hongwanji Buddhist Temple, 815 East 1st Street, L.A. The family respectfully requests that in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to an organization of your choice.