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Japanese · Midtown-Times Square
JAPAS NY health grade & inspection history
9 EAST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10016
12 latest violation-point score
Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: A (Dec 9, 2025). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on Dec 9, 2025; lower is better.
Latest NYC health inspection
Health inspection snapshot
Dec 9, 2025Inspection date
3Violations recorded
1Critical item
Official action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Inspection details
Latest health code violations
- 06CCritical violation
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
- 09E
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
- 10B
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Score trend
JAPAS NY inspection history
Same score as the previous comparable inspection. This table shows up to twelve inspection events available in the current source snapshot; the feed’s history can change after agency review.
| Date | Grade | Score | Violations | Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 9, 2025 | A | 12 | 3 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Apr 8, 2023 | A | 12 | 3 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
Repeat patterns
Recurring violation codes
Items recorded in at least two separate inspection events. Recurrence adds context but does not indicate that an issue is still present today.
- 09ERecorded in 2 inspections
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
Official location
JAPAS NY on the map
Common questions
JAPAS NY inspection FAQ
What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for JAPAS NY?
The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is A, dated Dec 9, 2025. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 12 violation points.
When was JAPAS NY last inspected?
The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated Dec 9, 2025.
Is a lower NYC restaurant inspection score better?
Yes. NYC inspection scores are violation points, so lower is better. Letter-grade ranges are generally A for 0–13, B for 14–27 and C for 28 or more points.
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