The Mahjong Journal

Daydream scalloped mahjong mat with a soft blue wavy border and pale green central playing field.
Scalloped vs Straight-Edge Mahjong Mats: Which Style Should You Choose?
Compare scalloped and straight-edge mahjong mats to choose the right border style, playing space and size for your table. Read more...
Personalized Violet Crest mahjong mat with a script S initial inside an ornate floral crest on a lavender background.
Personalized Mahjong Mats: A Guide to Monograms, Initials and Designs
Explore personalized mahjong mats, from custom initials and monograms to family crests, with practical advice on sizes, placement and gifting. Read more...
Palm Royale mahjong mat with a pale aqua playing surface, tropical floral border, and stitched edges
Neoprene vs Felt Mahjong Mats: Which Is Right for Your Game?
Compare neoprene and felt mahjong mats for tile movement, table grip, noise reduction, and care to find the right surface for your game. Read more...
Violet Crest lavender mahjong mat on a cream table, with tile walls around four sides and a tile rack in front.
What Size Mahjong Mat Do You Need? 31.5 vs 33 vs 36 Inches
Compare 31.5, 33 and 36-inch mahjong mats, learn how to measure your usable tabletop, and choose enough room for tile racks, pushers and comfortable play. Read more...