Category: Riichi Life

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Tell us: Riichi in isolation

Mahjong began as, and continues to be, a social activity. In addition to the challenge, excitement, and intellectual stimulation, many people look forward to meet-ups for social face-time. So how is that satisfied when...

Cleaning your mahjong tiles

Cleaning your mahjong tiles should be a regular part of the care and keeping of your set(s). It keeps grime from building up, and you get a chance to inspect for any damage, cracks,...

Ask Mama Jong: Orasu

Mama, some players in our group regularly choose to go out with a very cheap hand when they are last place in orasu, cutting off other players who are playing for higher placement. How...

Mama Jong: 7 signs you’re in a MLM

Mahjong—innocent pastime or sinister scam? Mama Jong, investigative journalist, takes a deeper look. We all think we’re way too smart to be caught up by a MLM or multi-level marketing scam, often also known...

Xmas Quiz: Answers

Answers to our RR Holiday Quiz! Question 1 Answer: A You want to be thinking of going for a 345 or 456 sanshoku haneman. Drawing a dora won’t be a problem then, as it...