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No. 9 (Nagao Kanji's)

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Named after its Japanese owner Nagao Kanji, No. 9 is an intimate izakaya on Anlong Road bringing Kagawa Prefecture flavors to Shanghai's Gubei expat hub. Sea bream rice and wood-grilled chicken are the house specialties.

Price
¥¥
Area
Changning / Gubei
Chef
Nagao Kanji
No. 9 (Nagao Kanji's) — authentic japanese restaurant in Shanghai, Changning / Gubei
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About
Tucked on Anlong Road in Shanghai's densely Japanese Gubei neighborhood, No. 9 is a deeply personal izakaya operated by Japanese proprietor Nagao Kanji. The restaurant draws on Nagao's hometown traditions from Kagawa Prefecture in Shikoku, most visibly in the signature sea bream rice—delicately prepared tai sashimi layered over steaming rice with golden egg yolk, soy, and mirin—and in the marinated grilled chicken leg, finished with a splash of hot oil. Other highlights include salt-and-pepper grilled chicken liver and a curated selection of Japanese sake and shochu. Operating evenings only until midnight, it is the kind of neighborhood izakaya where Japanese expats return week after week.
Neighborhood & visiting

No. 9 (Nagao Kanji's) sits in Changning / Gubei, one of Shanghai's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. The house does not publish an online booking link; call ahead to secure a seat, especially on weekends. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional izakaya restaurants often close between service periods.

Why it's on Washoku Guide
  • The sea bream rice is a rare, expertly executed dish you will not find at ordinary Japanese restaurants in Shanghai.
  • Owner Nagao Kanji is present every evening, personally overseeing the grill for a guaranteed authentic experience.
  • Kagawa Prefecture–style marinated grilled chicken leg is a standout that rivals izakayas in Japan.
  • Located at the heart of Gubei's Japanese expat strip, the atmosphere is authentically low-key and welcoming.

No reservations typically accepted; arrive early as the small counter fills quickly on weekends. — Format: Izakaya. Authenticity: Named after and run by Japanese individual Nagao Kanji; signature dishes rooted in Kagawa Prefecture traditions including sea bream rice and marinated grilled chicken, featured as a standout Tokyo-origin izakaya on Japanese expat dining guides.

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Frequently asked

About No. 9 (Nagao Kanji's)

Is No. 9 (Nagao Kanji's) an authentic japanese restaurant in Shanghai?
Yes — No. 9 (Nagao Kanji's) is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for japanese in Shanghai: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused izakaya format.
Where is No. 9 (Nagao Kanji's) located?
No. 9 (Nagao Kanji's) is located at 545 Anlong Road, Changning District, Shanghai, Shanghai, China in the Changning / Gubei neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at No. 9 (Nagao Kanji's)?
No. 9 (Nagao Kanji's) does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular izakaya restaurants in Shanghai we recommend calling ahead.
What is the price range at No. 9 (Nagao Kanji's)?
No. 9 (Nagao Kanji's) sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for japanese of this format in Shanghai.
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