Learn Mahjong · Taiwanese 16-Tile
Learn Taiwanese
16-Tile Mahjong —
from scratch.
Rules, scoring, and strategy, explained step by step, so you can sit down at your first table with confidence.
Mahjohn · Taiwanese 16-Tile
Your guide to Taiwanese mahjong, in English
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What is Taiwanese 16-Tile Mahjong?
Taiwanese mahjong is a fast, social four-player game built around hands of 16 tiles — three more than the Hong Kong or Japanese styles. It has its own scoring unit, its own flower tiles, and its own rhythm. These guides teach all of it in plain English, one step at a time.
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16 tiles per hand
Larger hands than most other mahjong variants.台
Scored in tai (台)
Points are counted in tai — the heart of Taiwanese scoring.花
Flowers & seasons
Bonus flower tiles add an extra layer to every round.The core path
Three guides to get you playing
Follow them in order — learn the moves, then how to score, then how to win.
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Step 1 · Play
How to Play Mahjong: 5 Steps to Get Started
From drawing tiles to declaring a win — the full flow of a game in five simple steps.
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Step 2 · Score
The Complete Guide to Mahjong Tatsu & Scoring
Understand tai, counting, and how a winning hand actually adds up.
Read the guide →3
Step 3 · Win
From Beginner to Pro: 7 Mahjong Strategies
Seven practical habits that separate steady winners from lucky guessers.
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