Japan Express

5162 W Olive Ave, Glendale, AZ 85302
Japanese / Sushi
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Japan Express has five inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 12, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near zero violations per visit.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Glendale restaurants. The record reflects steady performance over time.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 12, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector 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
3-304.12
95
Aug 12, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 6, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 3, 2025
Routine
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Time used as public health control not properly documented
Inspector 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
3-501.19(A1,B2,C2-3)
Improper cooling methods used
Inspector 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
3-501.15(A)
82
Oct 2, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Japan Express last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Japan Express on file is from Jan 12, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Japan Express compare to other restaurants in Glendale?

Japan Express most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Glendale average of 97.

Has Japan Express' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Japan Express have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Japan Express means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.