Mahjong Club

Q: Do I need to already know how to play Mahjong to join?

No — the club both teaches and plays Mahjong, so complete beginners are welcome.

Q: How does Mahjong work?

It's a 4-player board game using tiles. Players take turns drawing and discarding tiles until they form a winning hand, competing to complete their hand faster than the others.

Q: What is the club's broader goal?

Beyond just playing, the club aims to spread the game and its long history to anyone interested in learning.

East Asian·By Culture·Gaming/Esports

UC Berkeley's Mahjong Club teaches and plays Mahjong, a 4-player tile-based game where players draw and discard tiles to complete a winning hand before their opponents. Whether you're a complete beginner or already familiar with the game, the club welcomes anyone interested in learning. Members play together and share in Mahjong's long history and culture.

01Do I need to already know how to play Mahjong to join?+

02How does Mahjong work?+

03What is the club's broader goal?+