Beginners American Mahjong

It’s not your grandma’s Mahjong anymore!

When you hear American Mahjong do you think ‘old ladies’? Well, we’re here to tell you it’s not your grandma’s game anymore! Everyone is playing this crazy fun game of strategy and luck. Students, book clubs, wine groups, celebrities, and families are hooked. San Diego based Beginner’s American Mahjong is your go-to resource for learning, playing, and enjoying all things mahjong. Check us out, follow us on social, and see what the buzz is all about!

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Now what?
Now what?

You've taken mahjong lessons, your crisp new National Mah Jongg League card has arrived in the mail, and you've even taken the plunge and purchased tiles, racks, and a mat. Now all you need is other people to play with!

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Oy, with the Jokers already!
Oy, with the Jokers already!

Apologies to Gilmore Girls lovers everywhere. But, the rules concerning Jokers are crazy. The National Mah Jongg League has their entire complex set of rules and you and your besties may have your table rules. And in between are a wacky set of made up or misunderstood rules that make Lorelai Gillmore sound logical.

NMJL rules fall into two categories;

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Do your tiles make your heart go pitty-pat?
Do your tiles make your heart go pitty-pat?

There are about two bazillion choices when it comes to mahjong tiles. That might be a conservative estimate. Never mind the whole traditional vs. contemporary debate. That's strictly personal preference, akin to the ketchup on hot dogs debate. We all have our opinions and we're entitled to them–even if they're wrong! Kidding, not kidding.

So it's no surprise that one of the most commonly

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