#tsuuiisou
#all honors
Tsuuiisou (All Honors) - The Pure Honor Tile Yakuman
Learn about Tsuuiisou in mahjong - the yakuman made entirely of honor tiles (winds and dragons).
About 4 min read
Glossary Articles
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#yakuhai
#honor triplets
What is Yakuhai? Dragons and Winds Usage Explained 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.
About 5 min read
#yaochuuhai
#terminals and honors
What are Yaochuuhai? Terminals and Honors (1, 9, Honor Tiles) Explained for Beginners
Comprehensive explanation of yaochuuhai (terminals and honors) in mahjong. Learn which tiles are included, strategic usage, related yaku for beginners.
About 4 min read
#yonrenkei
#four-tile sequence
Yonrenkei (Four-Tile Sequence) - Maximizing Tile Acceptance
Learn about Yonrenkei in mahjong - the efficient four-consecutive-tile shape that provides wide tile acceptance.
About 3 min read
#agari
#winning hand
What is Agari? Understanding 4 Sets + 1 Pair Winning Hand Explained 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.
About 5 min read
#akadora
#red dora
Akadora (Red Dora) - Special Bonus Tiles
Learn about Akadora in mahjong - the red-colored special tiles that always count as dora. Understand their value, strategy, and rules.
About 3 min read
#ankan
#concealed kan
Ankan (Concealed Kan) - Making a Quad from Your Hand
Learn about Ankan (concealed kan) in mahjong - declaring a quad using only tiles from your hand. Understand the rules, benefits, and when to use this technique.
About 3 min read
#anzen-hai
#safe tiles
Anzen-hai (Safe Tiles) - Avoiding Deal-ins
Learn about Anzen-hai (safe tiles) in mahjong - tiles that won't deal into opponents. Understand genbutsu, suji theory, kabe, and defensive priorities.
About 3 min read
#atozuke
#late yaku
Atozuke (Late Yaku Attachment) - Calling Without Confirmed Yaku
Learn about Atozuke in mahjong - calling tiles before having a confirmed yaku. Understand the rule, strategies, and difference from sakizuke.
About 3 min read
#dahai
#discard
Dahai (Discard) - The Act of Discarding a Tile
Learn about Dahai in mahjong - the fundamental action of discarding a tile from your hand. Understand proper technique, etiquette, and strategic considerations.
About 3 min read
#dora indicator
#dora
Dora Hyoujihai (Dora Indicator) - How Dora Is Determined
Learn about Dora Hyoujihai in mahjong - the indicator tile that determines dora. Understand the tile cycle, kan dora, ura dora, and strategy.
About 3 min read
#fu
#score calculation
What is Fu? Basics of Score Calculation Explained for Beginners
Comprehensive explanation of fu (符), important in mahjong scoring. Learn the meaning, calculation method, memorization tips, and more for beginners.
About 4 min read