Black Barbershop in Shanghai

If you’re of African heritage living in Shanghai or thinking about moving to Shanghai, it is likely you’re looking for a barbershop that can cut black hair to keep you fresh from week to week.

Cultura is the place you’re looking for. Cultura is located at

No. 263, Lane 99 Zhongtan Lu

or

中潭路99弄263号, 近远景路

You can walk here from Zhongtan Road station on Line 3/4.

A full cut costs 300 RMB , but if you schedule regularly, Paul, the barber, will charge you 250 per cut. A bit on the expensive side, but Paul takes his time and cuts very well. When I first came to Shanghai, I tried going to local Chinese barbers to save money, which was a big disaster, it took my hairline a week to recover.

The shop is open from 10:30AM-9:00 PM Monday to Friday, and 10:00 AM-9:00 PM on weekends.

This barbershop does NOT accept walk ins. You must book an appointment prior, either through WeChat or phone (187 0174 3842).

Paul is currently one of two foreign barbers at the shop; however, there are locals who can also cut black hair and are well-trained.

One of the perks of Cultura are the free drinks there. Paul offers draft beer and a selection of hard liquor for his customers while they wait.