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NISHIAZABU SHANGU, also known as Xiang Gong, invites guests into a refined yet welcoming Chinese dining experience in the heart of Nishiazabu. The restaurant’s website opens with a simple greeting—"Welcome to Xiang Gong"—setting a tone of understated hospitality.
The restaurant seats 22 guests across three distinct areas. The main dining room features a counter with eight seats, offering an intimate view of the kitchen’s work. A sub-dining lounge also seats eight, and a private room accommodates groups of two to six. The interior is entirely non-smoking, including the dining room, lounge, private room, and balcony. A smart casual dress code is encouraged, with guests asked to avoid shorts, sandals, and strong fragrances.
The kitchen focuses on Chinese cuisine, with course menus that change with the seasons. Lunch options range from a casual course at ¥5,500 to a premium course at ¥11,000. Dinner courses start at ¥19,800 and go up to ¥55,000 for the premium offering. For those who prefer to order à la carte, dishes include dry-fried shrimp in chili sauce (¥3,800), Sichuan-style mapo tofu (¥3,200), crab omelet with oyster sauce (¥2,800), and fried rice with snow crab and flying fish roe (¥1,800). À la carte items are available by advance reservation.
NISHIAZABU SHANGU has earned a place in the Michelin guide for Tokyo, a quiet mark of quality that aligns with its philosophy of refined, ingredient-driven Chinese cooking. The restaurant’s style emphasizes balance and precision, offering a dining experience that is both polished and personal.
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