Nori Japan

3111 W Chandler Blvd, Chandler, AZ 85226
Japanese / Sushi
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Nori Japan has six inspections on file, the first dated 2024. On Feb 11, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

“Packaged and unpackaged food-separation, packaging, and segregation” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Compared to other Chandler restaurants (averaging 95), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 11, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.
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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: In the right drawers under the cooktop, observed two container of raw chicken being stored in the top drawer above clean utensils and a container of butter in the bottom drawer. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code
3-302.11(A1-2)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a large plastic container of cooked noodles in the walk in cooler with no date mark. Person in charge (PIC) stated items were prepared yesterday. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). PIC updated date mark
3-501.17
78
Sep 23, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
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Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination (corrected on site)
3-305.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
3-304.12
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area (corrected on site)
2-401.11
86
Jun 25, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
3-302.11(A1-2)
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
4-601.11(A)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
3-304.12
74
Apr 1, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
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Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)
2-301.14
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area (corrected on site)
2-401.11
82
Oct 28, 2024
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
2-102.12(A)
95
Oct 21, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
CIP Equipment; Cleaning/Sanitizing Solutions Circulate and Contact All Food-Contact Surfaces
4-202.12(A)(1)
No certified food protection manager
2-102.12(A)
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Nori Japan last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Nori Japan on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Nori Japan?

Across the inspection record, “packaged and unpackaged food-separation, packaging, and segregation” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Nori Japan.

How does Nori Japan compare to other restaurants in Chandler?

Nori Japan most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Chandler average of 95.

Has Nori Japan's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

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