Adventurers with Mahjong for the Curious & the Slightly Addicted

American mahjong features two distinct playing styles: traditional “walls” and casual “messy mahjong.” While walls offer structure and a formal atmosphere, messy mahjong promotes speed, social interaction, and ease for beginners. Ultimately, the choice between styles depends on the group’s preferences and aims to ensure an enjoyable experience for all…

The Charleston in American mahjong, though initially intimidating for new players, is a structured tile-passing sequence that enhances gameplay. It helps players refine their hands…

After teaching mahjong, I recommend Southern Sparrow’s Mahjong 101 videos. Learning requires multiple explanations to reinforce concepts, as mahjong is complex. The videos aid retention…

Mahjong may seem daunting due to its tiles and rules, but it’s learnable with the right approach. Start by knowing which version to play, familiarize…

Mahjong etiquette emphasizes consideration, fairness, and enjoyment among players. Key customs include arriving prepared, handling tiles carefully, communicating clearly, and showing sportsmanship. Good manners ensure…

I’m Carole Gunst, and I created the Just One More Tile blog to share the joy I’ve found playing mahjong and teaching it as a certified Mahjong instructor.