How to Mahjong (Basic Hong Kong style)

This is your complete guide to the basic variant of Hong Kong style mahjong. There is a lot to learn, but I've tried to make it as concise as possible, including an introduction to the tiles, how you can build your hand, and how to start and play the game.
SECTIONS:
00:00 - Part 1: Introduction
00:51 - Part 2: Tiles & Suits
02:02 - Part 3: Hand-building & Triplets
03:10 - Part 4: Mahjong Mechanics
06:53 - Part 5: Starting the game
08:37 - Part 6: Afterword
LINKS:
Purchase sets:
- mosecafolo.net/collections/al...
- www.amazon.com/stores/page/74...
- www.amazon.com/stores/page/F1...
- www.etsy.com/listing/50247522...
Purchase tables:
- www.amazon.com/dp/B0BBRW1N8G/
- www.amazon.com/MEIMAI-Mahjong...
- www.amazon.com/MEIMAI-Mahjong...
Purchase mats :
- www.amazon.com/stores/page/46...
- www.amazon.com/stores/page/76...
- www.amazon.com/Mahjong-mat-ju...
- wherethewindsblow.com/product...
Apps for playing:
- Apple store - apps.apple.com/us/app/hong-ko...
- Play store - play.google.com/store/apps/de...
Websites for playing:
- en.mahjongflash.net/hong-kong...
- playmahjong.io/
Green Tile Social Club (based in NYC):
- / greentilesocialclub

[@veralee2505]

Wow! How did he make this super complicated game so clear? Also........ngl this man has a PLEASANT voice 👀- more videos please!

[@accountid9681]

well, I think if he went into yaku, closed/open hands, and the prevailing/personal wind the video would be more comprehensive, but also 3 hours long

[@treehann]

Thank you, as a Riichi player this video was helpful in learning the differences between Japanese (Riichi) and Hong Kong rules!

[@MahjongSparrow]

Yes, I have a few friends who are very keen on Riichi, I am planning to learn this style this year and may make a video on it in the future

[@maxmccullough8548]

​@@MahjongSparrow Riichi is a lot of fun, plus more online clients with english translations. The Riichi Competetion Rules are the most accessible and unified ruleset.

[@jianzlive]

This video saved my marriage! Thank you so much

[@jasonchen3457]

Hands down the best mahjong tutorial I have seen. Thank you Mahjong Sparrow!

[@blipblop9451]

this was really helpful!! thank you so much!! i’m from a part of europe where this game is basically unknown, can’t wait to teach my friends!!

[@MahjongSparrow]

Oh cool, where are you from? Glad we can share this great game with more people!

[@blipblop9451]

@@MahjongSparrow I’m from Romania. Just ordered a set of mahjong tiles. Can’t wait to play!

[@tracyhau5188]

Wow, your teaching is perfectly clear.
正要教一大群退休美國人打麻雀，正不知從何說起。而家我就將這forward俾佢哋就搞掂！ 真係多謝晒！

[@donnygaming8]

Very clear and concise video! Can't wait for the more advanced videos and puzzles to come!

[@kingcabbage9502]

Fantastic resource! Thank you for explaining this so well!

[@matthewly8142]

Awesome video. Very instructive and clear. Can’t wait to see more videos from you! 😊

[@johnkchan252]

非常容易懂谢谢麻将教练

[@JMak19]

Wow! great video! looking forward to learning and taking on the high rollers!

[@user-ed8tg6wo8z]

This video is awesome, very clear & concise! I have shared with friends!

[@MahjongSparrow]

Thanks so much! Appreciate it!

[@singlespeedguy]

Very, very good video. I’ve been playing Hong Kong style for many years. I will recommend this to my friends who want to learn to play.

[@ayumartin4423]

Very informative and entertaining, your presentation is incredible :oo Very useful for someone who learned how to play once and then forgot

[@barryholmes540]

Really enjoyed this tutorial, It was clear, concise and understandable. Thank you.

[@MahjongSparrow]

Thanks! Glad it was helpful!

[@keisha.dechaca]

Clear instructions. Thank you!

[@MahjongSparrow]

Thanks! Glad it was helpful!

[@redmapleleafwanderer]

Best tutorial for me. Thanks

[@charlottelam3171]

Wowwww this is very clear! Now i can finally learn how to play mahjong 😂 Thanks for the video!

[@brandonpoggers]

Really great explanation!

[@AT-uf5uw]

I’ve watched many MJ beginner basic tutorial videos and you one is the most well explained! Now I need to look for one that explains dealers and winds.

[@MahjongSparrow]

Thanks! You can have a look at my advanced video for an explanation of the Winds if you'd like!

[@acacian3182]

Very informative! Thank you!!!!

[@MLE1031]

This will be my must share YT clip to lure more of my foreign friends to learn Mahjong 😂😂😂 more “water fishes” for me LMAO
Just kidding. Love how you’ve summarized such a complex game within 10mins. Looking forward to your next clips 💪🏻

[@hamizannaruto]

Clear instructions. Now i know hong Kong and riichi mahjong.
Im really interested in variation of mahjong

[@notnathan1024]

This is awesome ! I'm gonna play with my friends later

[@benjaminslee12]

So simple, an abg could learn!

[@toninhogaming]

So informative thank you!

[@RDSylva]

Very clear concise directions for anyone who wants to learn basic Chinese mahjek (mahjong)

[@MahjongSparrow]

Thanks! Glad it was helpful!

[@user-eo5rj9dd3m]

So good!

[@gigi1121x]

學會了 謝謝老師

[@calotengu]

hello from italy, very nice video thank you so much, and thanks for the links for play online

[@MahjongSparrow]

Grazie mille!

[@Norway-House]

Thanks 🙏

[@melswick2153]

Love the tissot prx youre wearing

[@MahjongSparrow]

Thanks so much! It's the closest I'll ever get to a Royal Oak lmao

[@phillipwu6147]

Thank you Mahjong Sparrow. After watching this video, I was able to restore honor back to my family.

[@thegreatanalog3145]

Yeah, this is a great teaching video. Do you have any playthrough videos with this form of Mahjong? I want to learn this ruleset and feel that watching an actual game being played would only further my understanding. Thank you!

[@MahjongSparrow]

Thanks so much! I might upload a few games in the future

[@DanielCornerthe]

Looking forward to more content related to fan for fan 3 minimum tables.

[@MahjongSparrow]

It just dropped!

[@jj_vc]

I just learned to play Mahjong from a friend today and it was so fun! We struggled with the setup mechanics so this was super helpful!
Btw, I've heard some sets (or at least my friend's 😅) may not come with flower tiles. Is that unusual? Does that change the setup mechanic or any other aspect of the game? Thanks in advance! 🙏🏾

[@magicisreal7633]

Gambling is the best way to get the true mahjong experience

[@aceknightgaming1542]

Finally can play the yakuza mini game.

[@benderbendingrofriguez3300]

can you make a video explaining how to play Pai Gow tiles?

[@enlcoach2227]

Great video! One suggestion would be to use an American mahjong set where the numbers for the cracks and names of the winds are shown.

[@PIVfirestarkproducon]

Doesn't have to be an american set -- you can find labelled chinese sets if you look around. My first set was a chinese set and was labelled.

[@calotengu]

i have a question, so when you have a flower, you will take one more tiles, but to the end of the wall, right? of the gong too right?

[@MahjongSparrow]

Yes exactly, you draw a tile from the end of the walls only when you draw a flower or when you Gong.

[@accountid9681]

hong kong basic is so much more simple than riichi, I've gotta remember under the river, big 3 dragons, and the titular riichi to even sit down in a japanese style game, not to mention scoring.

[@MahjongSparrow]

Thanks for watching! Check out the new vid if you wanna compare Riichi with points-based HK mahjong

[@maxmccullough8548]

Have any recommendations for a mahjong table? Or just get a card table and junk mat?

[@MahjongSparrow]

Depending on where you live, I recommend checking out your local Chinatown, especially their so-called "99c" stores. If not, check out the Amazon links I put in the description. Hope this helps!

[@purpleflower8401]

Nice!!! Really wanna learn how to mahjong!

[@dcs70]

Excellent! When’s the next video ??!!

[@MahjongSparrow]

Thanks! It just dropped!

[@dcs70]

@@MahjongSparrowThank you!

[@zhipengzhao-qd1bq]

I am a Chinese, and I would like to know if foreigners are also very focused on playing mahjong?

[@MahjongSparrow]

There are many variants of mahjong, including an American version, so yes, quite a diversity of people play this great game!

[@ZayarPhyo-qp5qz]

Well, not in japan mahjong 🀄

[@keithsunderland9079]

much prefer golf