What's in a complete 166-tile American mahjong set?
A complete American (NMJL) set contains 166 tiles — 22 more than the 144-tile Chinese set, because American play adds jokers and extra flower/season tiles. Beyond the tiles, a ready-to-play kit also ships with racks, pushers and dice. Here is the full inventory.
What's inside the 166 tiles
| Component | Count | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Suited tiles (Craks, Bams, Dots) | 108 | Three suits, numbers 1–9, four of each |
| Wind tiles (N, E, S, W) | 16 | Four of each direction |
| Dragon tiles (Red, Green, White) | 12 | Four of each |
| Flowers & seasons | 16 | Eight flowers and eight season tiles |
| Jokers | 8 (+2 spare) | Wild cards unique to American mahjong |
| Blank / spare tiles | 4 | Replacements for lost or damaged pieces |
| Total | 166 | Configurations vary slightly by maker |
Accessories that come with a complete kit
A complete American set is more than tiles. It should include four racks and pushers (to hold and build your wall), three dice, and a wind indicator. Tiles-only listings skip these, so confirm what is in the box if you want a set that is ready to play out of the case.
Stocking sets or building your own? Our complete 166-tile American mahjong sets ship with racks and pushers, and extra pusher and rack sets are available for clubs and replacements. Talk to us through the wholesale programme.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do all 166 tiles get used in a game?
The 152 core playing tiles are used in standard NMJL play; the extra jokers, seasons and spare blanks cover house rules and replacements. A complete set always ships with the full 166 tiles.
Does the set include racks and pushers?
A complete American set should include four racks and pushers, dice and a wind indicator. Some tiles-only listings omit them, so check the listing if you need a ready-to-play kit.
Is the NMJL card included?
No. The annual National Mah Jongg League card is sold separately and updated every year; it is not part of the tile set.