Shanghai Jewish & Kosher Guide 2025: Kosher Info in Shanghai, China

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About Shanghai

Shanghai is the largest Chinese city by population and the largest city proper by population in the world with a population of more than 14 million as of 2014. For centuries a major administrative, shipping, and trading town, Shanghai grew in importance in the 19th century due to European recognition of its favorable port location and economic potential. Shanghai is a popular tourist destination renowned for its historical landmarks such as The Bund, City God Temple and Yu Garden as well as the extensive Lujiazui skyline, many skyscrapers, and major museums including the Shanghai Museum and the China Art Museum. It has been described as the "showpiece" of the booming economy of mainland China. Winters are chilly and damp, and cold north-westerly winds from Siberia can cause nighttime temperatures to drop below freezing, summers are hot and humid, with an average of 8.7 days exceeding 35 °C (95 °F) annually; occasional downpours or freak thunderstorms can be expected. The most pleasant seasons are spring, although changeable and often rainy, and autumn, which is generally sunny and dry.

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Jewish History, POI & Kosher Establishments in Shanghai

Jews and Judaism in China have had a long history. Jewish settlers are documented in China as early as the 7th or 8th century CE. Shanghai's first wave of Jews came in the second half of the 19th century, many being Mizrahi Jews from Iraq. The first Jew who arrived there was Elias David Sassoon, who, about the year 1850, opened a branch in connection with his father's Bombay house. During the early days of Jewish settlement in Shanghai Jews were involved in the trade in opium and Bombay cotton yarn. Synagogues are found in Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong today, serving both native Jews and Jewish communities across the world. In 2007, the Sephardic community of Shanghai opened a synagogue, study hall, kosher kitchen, and educational classes for children and adults. As of 2010, it is estimated that 2,000 to 3,000 Jews lived in Shanghai.


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What Is *JOFY?

JOFY, or "Jewish Observant Friendly" Establishments are lodging establishments offering special services for Jewish Observant guests such as Shabbat meals, accommodation on lower floors and regular keys for the rooms. It can also be a NON KOSHER establishment located in walking distance from the local Shul, community or kosher restaurants area.

Please note - *JOFY does NOT mean that KOSHER food is served on the premises!

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