How Many Tiles Are in American Mahjong? Why Do Some Sets Have 152, 160, or 166?
American Mahjong is played with 152 tiles, but boxes often include 160 or 166. Learn what the extra tiles are for and how to sort your set before play.
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Hosting Your First American Mahjong Night: Start With the Table
Hosting American Mahjong for the first time? Use this table setup checklist to confirm what your group provides before you buy tiles, mats, racks, ...
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Your First American Mahjong Game: What to Bring
Going to your first American Mahjong game? Ask the host what is on the table. Bring what the game calls for, and leave the rest at home.
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