Expats from Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan come together in Gubei, a residential area located in Shanghai's Changing district. It's also an enclave for Europeans and North Americans living and working in Shanghai, and home to the Millennium Hongqiao Hotel Shanghai. Despite the mix of cultures, it’s often referred to as ‘Little Tokyo’, ‘Little Tapei’ or ‘K-Town’ – due to its Koreatown neighborhood. Suburban, and much less busy than the city, you can step into a slice of real Chinese life here at a happy distant from the center. With excellent shops and services, bars and restaurants, bakeries and boutiques, there is plenty to see if you're exploring Shanghai with Gubei as your base. Here are some of the best…