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Riichi is one of the most important tactics in mahjong. A detailed explanation of when to declare riichi, covering decision criteria and effective timing strategies.
Learn about Deashi in mahjong - how your hand develops in the early game. Understand good vs bad starts and how to adjust your strategy.
Learn about Joban in mahjong - the early game phase from deal to around turn 6. Understand hand direction, tile efficiency, and safe tile preparation.
Kazoe yakuman is reached when regular yaku combine to 13+ han, paying yakuman points (32,000 non-dealer / 48,000 dealer). Learn the riichi+dora-dependent build path, the 11-12 han sanbaiman boundary, and which rulesets (M-League etc.) reject kazoe.
Learn about Kiken-hai in mahjong - how to identify dangerous tiles with high deal-in risk and when to fold or push.
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 Atozuke in mahjong - calling tiles before having a confirmed yaku. Understand the rule, strategies, and difference from sakizuke.