Tagged: Beginners
Best Mahjong Set for Beginners: Top Picks Under $100
The best beginner mahjong sets under $100. Compare the GUSTARIA American set, the YMI Japanese Riichi set, and other budget picks for new players.
Mahjong Tile Numbers Explained: Reading 1–9 in Every Suit
Mahjong tiles use Chinese numerals 1 through 9 across three suits plus seven honor tiles. Visual guide to reading every tile by sight.
Manzu, Pinzu, Souzu: The Three Suits of Mahjong Explained
Manzu, pinzu, souzu are the three numbered suits in riichi mahjong. Visual cues, strategic differences, and key terms for each suit explained.
What Happens When You Have No Yaku? Yaku-Nashi Explained
Yaku-nashi means your mahjong hand is complete but has no scoring yaku. Learn why you can't win, how to spot it early, and how to recover mid-hand.
What Is Yaku in Mahjong? A Beginner's Guide to Hand Requirements
Yaku is a scoring pattern your mahjong hand must contain to win. Learn what yaku means, why riichi requires it, and the 5 easiest yaku to aim for.
Yakuhai: 1-Han Value Tiles (Dragons & Seat/Round Winds)
Yakuhai is a 1-han yaku from a triplet of dragons or your seat or round wind. See exactly which tiles count, when they score, and how to play them.
Best Mahjong Sets in 2026: Complete Buying Guide
Expert recommendations for the best mahjong sets this year. From budget sets under $60 to premium tiles and automatic tables, compared by quality and value.
Which Mahjong Variant Should You Learn First?
Confused about Riichi vs. American vs. Chinese mahjong? This guide helps you choose the right variant based on your goals, location, and learning style.
Mahjong Soul Tutorial: Complete Beginner's Guide
New to Mahjong Soul? This tutorial covers account setup, the interface, the rank system, and your first ranked game so you can start playing fast.