Comprehensive guides and insights on mahjong
Comprehensive explanation of tanki machi (single wait), a mahjong wait pattern. Learn characteristics, advantages, disadvantages, and effective usage for beginners.
Comprehensive explanation of tamen-machi (multiple waits) in mahjong, tenpai forms waiting for 3 or more tile types. Learn pattern types, identification methods, and practical applications for beginners.
Comprehensive explanation of tanyao (all simples), a fundamental mahjong yaku. Learn establishment conditions, kuitan rules, strategic usage, and more 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 yakuhai (honor triplets), a fundamental mahjong yaku. Learn differences between dragons, round winds, and seat winds, pon timing, and strategic usage for beginners.
Comprehensive explanation of yaochuuhai (terminals and honors) in mahjong. Learn which tiles are included, strategic usage, related yaku for beginners.
Learn about Houjuu (dealing in) in mahjong - what it means, how to avoid it, and basic defensive strategies to minimize point losses.
Learn about Kuisagari in mahjong - when certain yaku lose 1 han after calling tiles. Understand which yaku are affected and how it impacts your strategy.
Learn about Nashi Nashi rules in mahjong - no open tanyao and no atozuke. Understand this traditional ruleset that emphasizes concealed play.
Learn about Suu Kan Tsu, the rarest yakuman in mahjong that requires completing four kan (quads). Understand the conditions, challenges, and why this hand is considered legendary.
Learn about Noten Bappu in mahjong - the penalty paid by players not in tenpai when a round ends in a draw. Understand calculation and strategic implications.
Learn about Noten in mahjong - when your hand isn't one tile away from winning. Understand noten penalties, keishiki tenpai, and strategic considerations.