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The complete Mahjong hostess checklist.
A repeatable game night begins with fewer last-minute decisions. Use this before guests arrive, then adapt it to your table.
The plan
- Date, arrival, and expected end time confirmed
- American rules tradition named
- RSVPs and substitute plan settled
- Host and equipment responsibilities assigned
The table
- Clean, stable playing surface
- Four comfortable chairs
- Mahjong mat centered
- Set, racks, pushers, dice, and current cards
- Unobstructed light for every seat
The room
- Clear path around all four chairs
- Comfortable temperature
- Music low enough to hear tile calls
- Side surface for food and personal items
Food and drinks
- Refreshments placed away from the game
- Water and nonalcoholic option available
- Stable drink vessels and coasters ready
- Natural hand-washing break planned
The welcome
- Parking or entry instructions shared
- Beginner status known in advance
- Teaching pace and house practices named
- Restroom and personal-item area easy to find
The reset
- Tray or basket for loose accessories
- Liquids cleared before the mat
- Storage place cleared
- Next date and host confirmed