If you’ve never played American Mahjong before, start here. This hub is the front door to everything a first-time player needs: how the tiles and racks are set up, the vocabulary you’ll hear at the table (exposures, jokers, the wall, the Charleston), how turns work, and how a hand actually ends.
Read the pillar guide first, then follow the links into specific topics as questions come up. Nobody learns American Mahjong in one sitting — most players get comfortable after a few real hands with a patient table. Once the basics feel solid, the Charleston is usually the next thing worth studying closely.
Start with the full walkthrough: How to Play American Mahjong: Complete Beginner’s Guide →