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Wanpai (Dead Wall) - Reserved Tiles in Mahjong
Learn about Wanpai (dead wall) in mahjong - the 14 reserved tiles containing dora indicators and rinshan tiles. Understand its structure and role in the game.
About 3 min read
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Shanten (Tiles Away from Tenpai) - Measuring Hand Progress
Learn about Shanten in mahjong - the number of tile changes needed to reach tenpai. Understand how to count shanten and use it strategically.
About 3 min read
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Houtei (River Bottom) - The Last Discard Concept
Learn about Houtei in mahjong - the last discard tile in a round. Understand the rules, Houtei Raoyui yaku, and strategic considerations.
About 3 min read
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Iishanten (One Away) - One Tile from Tenpai
Learn about Iishanten in mahjong - being one tile away from tenpai. Understand good vs bad shapes, tile acceptance, and strategic decisions.
About 3 min read
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Keishiki Tenpai - Formal Tenpai Without Winning Tiles
Learn about Keishiki Tenpai in mahjong - a technical tenpai state where winning is impossible but noten penalties are avoided.
About 3 min read
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Ko (Non-Dealer) - The Three Players Who Aren't Dealer
Learn about Ko in mahjong - the non-dealer players, their scoring, positions, and strategic considerations.
About 3 min read
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Rinshan-hai - The Replacement Tile After Kan
Learn about Rinshan-hai in mahjong - the special tile drawn after declaring kan, from the dead wall.
About 2 min read
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Tegawari (Hand Transformation) - Improving Waits and Value
Learn about Tegawari in mahjong - the technique of drawing tiles that transform your hand into better shapes or higher value.
About 2 min read
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Tsuppari (Pushing Through) - Aggressive Attack Strategy
Learn about Tsuppari in mahjong - the aggressive playstyle of pushing forward despite danger.
About 3 min read
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Uke-ire (Tile Acceptance) - Counting Useful Tiles
Learn about Uke-ire in mahjong - the concept of counting useful tiles that advance your hand.
About 3 min read
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Understanding Sets and Pairs: The Key to Mahjong Winning Hands
A beginner-friendly guide to the most important concept in mahjong: '4 sets and 1 pair'. Learn how to form sequences, triplets, and pairs with plenty of examples of complete winning hands.
About 5 min read
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What Does 'Chi!' and 'Pon!' Mean? Mastering Calls in Mahjong
A beginner-friendly guide to 'calling' in mahjong. Learn how to use chi and pon, when to make calls, and practical knowledge you can use in real games.
About 6 min