#uradora
#hidden dora
Uradora (Hidden Dora) - Bonus Dora for Riichi Winners
Learn about Uradora in mahjong - the additional dora revealed only when winning with riichi.
About 4 min read
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#yaku
#hand patterns
What is Yaku? Hand Patterns Required to Win in Mahjong Explained for Beginners
Comprehensive explanation of yaku (hand patterns), fundamental mahjong rules. Learn the meaning, types, memorization tips, and beginner-recommended yaku.
About 5 min read
#yakuman
#highest score
What is Yakuman? The Ultimate Mahjong Hands Explained for Beginners
Comprehensive explanation of yakuman, the highest scoring hands in mahjong. Learn the types, point values, occurrence probability, and strategies for beginners.
About 4 min read
#yama
#wall
Yama (The Wall) - Where You Draw Tiles in Mahjong
Learn about Yama (the wall) in mahjong - the stacked tiles that players draw from during gameplay. Understand its structure, the dead wall, and strategic considerations.
About 2 min read
#chi
#call
What is Chi? Making Sequences from Left Player Explained for Beginners
Comprehensive explanation of chi (calling for sequences), one of mahjong's tile calls. Learn the meaning, method, conditions, merits/demerits, and strategic usage for beginners.
About 4 min read
#chunchanpai
#simple tiles
Chunchanpai (Simple Tiles) - The 2-8 Number Tiles
Learn about Chunchanpai (simple tiles) in mahjong - the 2 through 8 numbered tiles. Understand their versatility, connection to Tanyao, and strategic importance.
About 3 min read
#dora
#omote-dora
What is Dora? Meaning, Types, and Counting Explained for Beginners
Comprehensive explanation of dora, a crucial mahjong element. Learn the meaning, types (omote-dora, ura-dora, kan-dora, aka-dora), how to read dora indicators, and strategic usage for beginners.
About 4 min read
#furiten
#ron
What is Furiten? Meaning, Rules, and Types Explained for Beginners
Comprehensive explanation of furiten, an important rule in mahjong. Learn the meaning, three types (discard furiten, same-turn furiten, post-riichi furiten), and how to avoid it for beginners.
About 4 min read
#haipai
#starting hand
Haipai (Starting Hand) - Your Initial Tiles in Mahjong
Learn about Haipai (starting hand) in mahjong - the tiles dealt to each player at the start of a round. Understand how to evaluate your haipai and plan your strategy.
About 3 min read
#houtei
#river bottom
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
#iishanten
#one away
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
#jantou
#pair
Jantou (Pair/Head) - The Essential Pair in Your Winning Hand
Learn about Jantou in mahjong - the pair of identical tiles required in a winning hand. Understand its role in waits, scoring, and strategy.
About 3 min read