Learning American Mahjong

Blind Pass in American Mahjong: Rules, IOUs, and Common Scenarios

Learn the rules of the Blind Pass in American Mahjong. Discover when it’s allowed, how the…
Mastering Jokers in American Mahjong: Rules, Strategy, and Joker Bait Explained

Learn how to use jokers in American Mahjong. Discover the rules, best practices, and the powerful…
Mahjong Strategy: Mastering the Art of Switching Hands

Stuck with a stalling Mahjong hand? Learn the smart way to pivot without starting over. Discover…
How to Complete Tile Combinations in American Mahjong: Pick, Call, & Expose

Learn how to complete tile combinations in American Mahjong with confidence. This beginner-friendly guide covers when…
How East Is Determined in American Mahjong (And What the Dealer Does)

Learn how the East seat is chosen in American Mahjong, what the dealer does, and how…
How to Play American Mahjong with 4 to 16 Players: Table Setups, Rotation & House Rules

Playing American Mah Jongg with more than 4 players? We’ve got you covered! 🀄 Whether you’re…
Mastering Charleston Decision-Making in American Mahjong

Learn how to make smarter tile swaps during the Charleston in American Mahjong. Discover decision-making tips,…
Declaring a Hand Dead in American Mahjong: Rules, Jokers & What Every Player Should Know

Learn when and why a hand is dead in American Mah Jongg, what happens to jokers,…
Mahjong Etiquette 101

🀄 Mahjong Etiquette 101 🀄 Jokers, Charleston tips & table manners to make your game smoother,…
Mahjong Strategy for Beginners: How to Read the NMJL Card and Avoid Hard Hands

Before you dive into the game, make sure you know which hands to avoid — and…