Mah Jong

Mah Jong is a captivating tile-based game that originated in 19th century China and has since spread across the globe, enjoyed by millions. A game of skill, strategy, and an element of chance, Mah Jong is typically played by four players who aim to build winning hands from beautiful tiles adorned with Chinese symbols and characters.
What is the history of Mah Jong?

While legends trace Mah Jong's origins to Confucius or even Noah's Ark, the game most likely evolved from card games in China during the 1800s. Mah Jong spread from China in the early 1900s, becoming a sensation in the West. It was brought to the U.S. by Joseph Babcock around 1920, igniting a "Mah Jong craze". Despite being temporarily banned in China after the Communist Revolution, Mah Jong remains China's national pastime.

What are the basic rules of Mah Jong?

Players draw and discard tiles to collect sets and pairs, racing to complete a legal hand. A winning Mah Jong hand contains four sets (either a "pung" of three identical tiles or a "chow" of three suited tiles in sequence) and a pair. Bonus points are scored for more difficult combinations. The first player to complete a valid hand wins!

What Mah Jong sets are available?

Our collection includes both traditional Chinese Mah Jong sets and modern American sets with racks and pushers for easy gameplay. Choose from elegant sets with genuine bamboo and bone tiles or more affordable options in durable materials. All of our Mah Jong sets come complete with everything needed for four players to enjoy this timeless game of skill and luck.

Why choose a Mah Jong set from us?

When you purchase one of our carefully curated Mah Jong sets, you are investing in an heirloom-quality game that will provide countless hours of entertainment. We offer a wide range of authentic, beautiful Mah Jong sets suitable for beginners and seasoned players alike. Discover the joy and challenge of this classic Chinese game and start your own Mah Jong tradition today!