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Mahjong mats

A mahjong mat quiets the shuffle, stops tiles sliding and protects your table. Designer mats cost about $90–$165; any large, soft, non-slip mat about 30 inches square works.

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What mahjong set do I need for American mahjong?

An American set with jokers: at least 152 tiles (many sets include spares, often 166), four racks with pushers, and dice. Chinese and Hong Kong sets have no jokers.

Does a mahjong set come with the card?

No. The card is sold separately by the National Mah Jongg League, and each player needs this year's card.

How much does a good mahjong set cost?

Complete American sets start around $175. Designer tile sets cost about $400–$500 for the tiles, plus $110–$250 for racks.

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