Tori Japan
Last inspected: Dec 5, 2025
74
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Tori Japan, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 5, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around eight violations, down from roughly 10 violations earlier in the record.
The pattern that stands out is “floors walls and ceilings-cleanability”, which has been cited four times.
That's lower than the typical Boston restaurant, which scores around 86. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 5, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed rodent droppings in multiple areas. In the mopsink closet on the metal shelving unit next to the grill behind the deep fryer and on the window ledge. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Handsinks observed with food soils and grease build up. Clean to remove Heavy debris and soils observed in the restroom. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.18-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood exp 11/25. Provide proof of required maintenance.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Observed openings on wall. Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy food soils observed on the exterior of the ice machine. Clean to remove
590.004/4-601.11-C
74
Jul 22, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Food prep/ware washing/storage Waste receptacles not covered
590.005/5-501.13-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy build up of soils on walls light switches and atttachments - Kitchen/prep/ware washing/sushi/storage/bathroom areas Heavy build up of soils on ceiling light shields/fixtures and atttachments - Kitchen/prep/ware washing/sushi/storage/bathroom areas
590.006/6-201.11-C
90
Jul 10, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 7 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 16 violations
When to wash (p)
Inspector notes: Observed food handlers touching raw chicken and not washing hands Observed food handlers that wear disposable gloves not washing hands when donning on clean glove
590.002/2-301.14-P
(a) gloves use limitation (p)
Inspector notes: Multitasking wearing single use gloves - Food handlers cook on line (Glove use information provided at today's and previous inspections) Some important tips to remember; • Gloves are task specific and should NEVER be worn continuously. They get contaminated just as bare hands do so change them out frequently. • Wash your hands properly in between these changes i.e. (a 20 second scrub with soap warm water and don’t forget to dry off with a clean paper towel). • Gloves are not a stand-alone protective barrier. As mentioned above they are not 100% effective but when combined with proper hand washing they significantly reduce the possibility of contaminating your customer’s food. • Gloves can still cross-contaminate. Don’t touch the ready-to-eat food if you have just handled a raw piece of meat or eggs. Throw away the gloves wash your hands and put on a new pair. • If you touch a dirty surface with your glove (hair nose clothing floor equipment or utensils) the glove is dirty and you need to change them after washing your hands. • Bacteria from your skin continue to grow while underneath the gloves and that is why it is important to wash between handling the new gloves. Don’t pre contaminate your gloves.
590.003/3-304.15-P
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: No hand cleanser in first bathroom Corrected on site
590.006/6-301.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Sushi line Ice machine is soiled on interior and exterior Observed food handler placing raw chicken on prep table from floor - Did not properly sanitize food contacts Oil squeeze type containers have paper towels and rubber bands wrapped around them
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: No consumer advisory on self ordering kiosk Consumer advisory missing from paper menus
590.003/3-603.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Inspection violation supports that the employees have not been properly trained in food safety and sanitation as it relates to their assigned duties and not overseeing employees to ensure establishment is operating in a safe and sanitary manner per code. Food code food safety including (multilanguages) etc provided during inspection and at past inspections via email
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Where to wash (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed food handler handling raw chicken - Rinsing hands in food prep sink and wiping hands on apron
590.002/2-301.15-PF
Assignment (pf)
Inspector notes: No person in charge at time of my arrival - Employee contacted manager Manager/PIC arrived during inspection
590.002(A)/2-101.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: No drying device at hand sink in 2nd. bathroom and at hand sink on cooking line Corrected on site during inspection
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Items stored in back area near windows - Organize
590.006/6-501.114-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy build up of soils on walls light switches and atttachments - Kitchen/prep/ware washing/sushi/storage/bathroom areas Heavy build up of soils on ceiling light shields/fixtures and atttachments - Kitchen/prep/ware washing/sushi/storage/bathroom areas Heavy build up of soils/greese on floors under and behind all equipment and atttachments - Kitchen/prep/ware washing/sushi/storage/bathroom areas
590.006/6-201.11-C
Receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Food prep/ware washing/storage Waste receptacles not covered and at heavily soiled
590.005/5-501.13-C
Storage of soiled linens (c)
Inspector notes: Storing hats and soiled aprons above food storage
590.004/4-803.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Bathroom fixtures (toilets/hand sinks) soiled
590.004/4-602.13-C
Cooking and baking equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Oils food particles etc encrusted on all cooking equipment fryolators etc.
590.004/4-602.12-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Food storage containers not labeled - On cooking line - storage areas
590.003/3-302.12-C
26
Nov 25, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 16 violations
When to wash (p)
Inspector notes: Observed kitchen staff not washing hands as required
590.002/2-301.14-P
Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils-frequency (p)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on large food bins in food prep area
590.004/4-602.11-P
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: 5 gallon bucket and wiping cloth in hand sink (ware washing and prep area) (corrected on site) Cardboard boxes blocking hand sink (ware washing and prep area) (corrected on site) Green scrub pad in hand sink sushi area (corrected on site)
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Paper towel dispenser empty (ware washing and food prep area) Corrected on site by PIC
590.006/6-301.12-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple repeat violations Priority Priority violations and core violations noted on inspection All employees must be properly trained in food safety and sanitation as it relates to their assigned duties per code.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Cooking and baking equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy soils/grease/food particles on cooking equipment
590.004/4-602.12-C
Eating drinking or using tobacco (c)
Inspector notes: Cup with water and cigarette butts in back area behind mop closet (corrected on site by PIC)
590.002/2-401.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing solutions
590.003/3-304.14-C
Cooking and baking equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on all cooking equipment
590.004/4-602.12-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Facilities not clean (toilets and hand sinks) in bathrooms
590.006/6-501.18-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Ceiling in cooking area in disrepair Rust on bottom shelves of prep tables
590.006/6-501.11-C
Cleaning receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils and lid open on large trash bin in ware washing area
590.005/5-501.116-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Outside dumpster area Grate to trash area open All dumpsters tops are open Outside grease bin heavy soils and lid not secure with a lock
590.005/5-501.15-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on walls and attachments - Bathroom/kitchen/prep/ware washing/walk in units storage areas Built up soils on floor under and behind equipment - Bathroom/kitchen/prep/ware washing/walk in units storage areas Built up soils on ceiling and attachments - Bathroom/kitchen/prep/ware washing walk in units storage areas Built up soils on windows attachments behind walk in units
590.006/6-201.11-C
Storing maintenance tools (c)
Inspector notes: Mops brooms etc not stored 6" above the floor on rack or hook (food prep and ware washing areas)
590.006/6-501.113-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all unused and unnecessary articles from ware washing food prep areas - Keep organized
590.006/6-501.114-C
32
May 8, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cut cabbage broccoli mix 80 F must be keep at proper temperature
590.003/3-501.16-P
When to wash (p)
Inspector notes: Observed no hand washing during inspection
590.002/2-301.14-P
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (pf)
Inspector notes: Two refrigeration units on prep/service line missing thermometers
590.004/4-204.112-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Sushi HACCP missing annual review and proof of training of employees Provided proper training to all employees in food safety and sanitation as it relates to their assigned duties per code.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: Kit not complete. Reviewed with PIC
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Intensity-lighting (c)
Inspector notes: Light fixture not working in mop room
590.006/6-303.11-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Ceiling tiles in food prep/cooking line in disrepair Back window open without screen Repair wall/window ledge in back windows Gaps between hood filters No air gap in pipe of food prep sink - Provide plumber's report prior to reinspection
590.006/6-501.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on floor walls ceiling and attachments - Kitchen/prep/ware washing back storage area Built up soils on hood hood filters and attachments
590.006/6-201.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing solution - Food prep/serving line/ware washing
590.003/3-304.14-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: No signage remind employees to wash hands at hand sinks in prep/ware washing/bathroom (1) I provided the signage via email during inspection
590.006/6-301.14-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Food containers not labeled on serving/prep/storage areas
590.003/3-302.12-C
Cooking and baking equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Built up and encrusted food/grease soils on cooking equipment on cooking line
590.004/4-602.12-C
39
Oct 17, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the built up soils from the inside of the kitchen door.
590.004/4-601.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Provide labels on all bulk storage containers.
590.003/3-302.12-C
90
Apr 6, 2023
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Remove/discard all empty boxes in front of the prep sink.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Items observed directly on the floor during storage.Elevate all items at least 6 inches off the floor.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floor under the 3 bay sink to remove soils. Clean the walkin freezer floor to remove excess ice buildup.
590.006/6-501.13-C
Intensity-lighting (c)
Inspector notes: Overhead light at the cook line observed not operating.Repair/replace bulb
590.006/6-303.11-C
Dispensing equipment protection of equipment and food (c)
Inspector notes: Provide food grade scoops in all bulk food container for dispensing.
590.004/4-204.13-C
78
Sep 7, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Cleaning agents and sanitizers availability (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection There was no sanitizer set up.Provide proper sanitizer at all work/prep stations. PIC corrected
590.004/4-303.11-PF
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the exteriors of cookline equipment to remove built up soils.
590.004/4-601.11-C
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the attached piping behind the cook line to remove dripping grease.
590.006/6-201.17-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Provide labels on all bulk storage containers.
590.003/3-302.12-C
78
Apr 29, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tori Japan last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tori Japan on file is from Dec 5, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tori Japan?
Across the inspection record, “floors walls and ceilings-cleanability” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Tori Japan.
How does Tori Japan compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Tori Japan most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Tori Japan's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Tori Japan have averaged around eight violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Tori Japan means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Tori Japan inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tori Japan is inspected around two times per year on average.
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