1. Introduction

What is Mahjong?

If you've ever seen people gathered around a table, shuffling small tiles, chances are they were playing Mahjong. Originating in China, Mahjong is a strategy game that dates back to the 1800s. Since then, it has spread across the world, taking on various names and forms, but always maintaining its defining characteristics: skill, strategy, and luck.

Why Learn Mahjong?

Though it originated primarily as a gambling game, Mahjong has evolved to be much more than that. It brings together family and friends in a warm environment, but with lots of exciting moments too! We can assure you, whether you bet real money or potato chips, the satisfaction of pushing down a winning hand is unrivalled.

The Golden Rule

If there's one thing to remember, it's that there is no one correct Mahjong ruleset. While the first players in China may have had their own ideas of what the game should be, it all comes down to who you play with. Across various cultures and households, you will find infinite variations of the game which are all enjoyable in their own rights. The goal of our blog is not to preach about why our rules are the best, but simply to equip you with everything you need to play with whatever rules you may come across. We will be focusing on the way we play, which blends a core Shanghainese style with elements of other cultures.

Introducing: Dragon's Insights

One last thing before we get into how to play the game...keep an eye out for this icon throughout our blog. If you spot one in our posts, it means we have an expert tip to share with you!