Japan Express
A°5162 W Olive Ave, Glendale 85302
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-26568
Score based on 8 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works
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Inspection history8 on record
2026
Jun 30, 2026Routine2 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed test strip usage.
Inspector's notes
A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants
Inspector's notes
Observed 3-compartment sink set up from right to left as: rinse, sanitize, wash. Washed utensils and equipment shall be rinsed so that abrasives are removed and cleaning chemicals are removed or diluted through the use of water or a detergent-sanitizer solution by using the following procedure: Use of a distinct, separate water rinse after washing and before SANITIZING if using a 3-compartment sink. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) why rinse step must be in the middle compartment of the 3-compartment sink. PIC had rinse step moved to middle compartment. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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4-603.16 - Core: Rinsing Procedures
Jan 12, 2026Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed two rice scoops in bins of water (75°F) held at room temperature. Alerted staff who immediately washed, rinsed, and sanitized the scoops and put them in fresh water in the nearby refrigerator. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage
2025
Aug 12, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
May 6, 2025RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Feb 3, 2025Routine2 foundationB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Establishment uses time as control for sushi rice. Observed time as control logs not up to date. Instructed PIC to ensure logs are completed daily.
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Predefined Comment: Time as a Public Health Control requires written procedures detailing process for Time as a Public Health Control and time-stamping for items actively held under Time as a Public Health Control. 3-501.19 (A1, B2, C2-3) - Priority Foundation: Time as a Public Health Control; Documentation. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources.
Inspector's notes
Observed chicken that was cooked approximately 1 hour prior to inspection wrapped tightly in plastic wrap. The chicken measured with an internal temperature of 98 degrees F. Instructed PIC to unwrap chicken until the internal temperature reaches 41 degrees F or below. Discussed proper cooling methods
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Predefined Comment: TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means. 3-501.15 (A) - Priority Foundation: Cooling Methods. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling.
2024
Oct 2, 2024RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Feb 27, 2024Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.A pattern of non-compliance is developing for Priority violation # 18, 3-501.14, which has been noted during this inspection. An Active Managerial Control Intervention Visit was offered to the person in charge. Failure to correct repeat violations may result in legal action.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailedOn July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Jeong Hak Lee
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.14, P: Cooling. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling. Observed cooked chicken stored in prep refrigerator, wrapped in clear wrap, measuring between 47-49 degrees F. Per date marking sticker and PIC, the meat was cooked the previous 24-48 hours. Recommended chicken for discard. Reviewed cooling parameters (Cooling begins at 135 degrees F, has 2 hours to reach 70 degrees F, and then another 4 hours to reach 41 degrees F. Once the cooled item reaches 41 degrees F, clear wrap can be put on container. 2nd consecutive violation Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
2023
Oct 9, 2023Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailedOn July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal. If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or • Contact the Department using the email addresses below, o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food) o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants) o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets) o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 10,Signer: Jeonghak Lee
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.14, P: Cooling. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling. Observed cooked chicken stored in prep refrigerator, wrapped in clear wrap, measuring between 48-50 degrees F. Per date marking sticker and PIC, the meat was cooked the previous 24-48 hours. Recommended chicken for discard. Reviewed cooling parameters (Cooling begins at 135 degrees F, has 2 hours to reach 70 degrees F, and then another 4 hours to reach 41 degrees F. Once the cooled item reaches 41 degrees F, clear wrap can be put on container. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Jul 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →