Mahjong 101: Your beginner-friendly guide to finding your seat at the table

Finally! A mahjong guide that actually makes sense.

Whether you're brand new to the game or you've sat down a few times and still feel confused, this beginner-friendly student guide walks you through everything you need to know to sit down, play, and actually enjoy yourself.

What's inside this 3-page printable guide:

🀄 The Tile Guide: Every tile type explained simply: Dots, Bams, Craks, Dragons, Winds, Flowers, and Jokers. What they look like, how many there are, and the one rule you need to know about each one.

🀄 The NMJL Card: The part that trips up every beginner, finally demystified. Learn how the color system works, what the "C" means, how the card is organized, and which section to start with.

🀄 How to Play: Step-by-step game setup, the Charleston passing round, your turn flow, and the Pause vs. Call rules explained clearly. Everything you need from the first tile to your first Mahjong.

This guide is perfect for:

Complete beginners who want to feel confident before their first game

Women joining a mahjong group and wanting a quick reference to bring to the table

Anyone who's tried to learn before and felt overwhelmed

What you'll receive:

Instant digital download - 3-page PDF, print-ready at letter size (8.5" x 11"). Print at home or at any print shop. No physical item will be shipped.

Designed by Kaley Lamberson, American Mahjong teacher based in DFW, Texas. Questions? Find me on Instagram at @mahjwithkaley, I'd love to hear from you!