Comprehensive guides and insights on mahjong
Comprehensive explanation of menzen tsumo (self-draw win from closed hand) in mahjong, the basic 1-han yaku. Learn the conditions, abbreviations, and strategic approaches for beginners.
Comprehensive explanation of rinshan kaihou (dead wall draw) in mahjong, the special yaku for winning on the replacement tile after kan. Learn the conditions, kan types, and strategic tips for beginners.
Comprehensive explanation of ryokei (good shape) in mahjong, including open-ended waits, characteristics of good waits, differences from bad shapes, and practical usage for beginners.
Comprehensive explanation of sanankou (three concealed triplets) in mahjong, the 2-han yaku for having 3 closed triplets. Learn the conditions, ron considerations, and strategic tips for beginners.
Comprehensive explanation of sanbaiman, the 11-12 han scoring tier in mahjong. Learn the required han, point values, how to build sanbaiman hands, and occurrence frequency for beginners.
Comprehensive explanation of sanshoku doujun (three color straight) in mahjong, the yaku for same sequence in all three suits. Learn the conditions, kuisagari rules, and strategic tips for beginners.
Comprehensive explanation of toitoi (all triplets) in mahjong, the 2-han yaku for having all triplets. Learn the conditions, differences from chiitoitsu, and strategic tips for beginners.
Comprehensive explanation of agari (winning hand), mahjong's ultimate goal. Learn about the basic 4 sets + 1 pair structure, differences between tsumo and ron, yaku requirements, and more for beginners.
Comprehensive explanation of fu (符), important in mahjong scoring. Learn the meaning, calculation method, memorization tips, and more for beginners.
Comprehensive explanation of han (翻), the most important element in mahjong scoring. Learn the meaning, counting method, relationship with yaku, mangan system, and more for beginners.
Comprehensive explanation of kan (quad), a special mahjong action. Learn the types, procedure, merits/risks, and strategic judgment for beginners.
Comprehensive explanation of naki (calling tiles), a fundamental mahjong action. Learn differences between pon, chi, and kan, usage, merits/demerits for beginners.