A new chapter in American Mah Jongg is taking shape
American Mah Jongg · Thoughtfully Reimagined

Good games.
Beautifully
made.

Dr Mahjong is creating distinctive American Mah Jongg sets and tabletop accessories for the people, rituals, and memories that gather around the table.

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A Kansas-based design and making studio. Small batches, considered materials, and a little more meaning in every detail.

Made with intention ✳Designed for gathering ✳Built to become tradition
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A different kind of game-night heirloom
Our Philosophy

A familiar ritual.
A fresh point of view.

Mah Jongg is more than a game. It’s the weekly table, the friendly rivalry, the family stories, the new friendships. We believe the objects that bring people together deserve the same thought and care as the traditions themselves.

Dr Mahjong is being built around three simple ideas: distinctive design, satisfying materials, and details that reward a closer look. Not more for the sake of more—just better considered.

01 / Design

Quiet character

Color, proportion, and pattern with personality—without crowding out the game.

02 / Material

Made to be handled

We’re testing surfaces, weight, sound, and finish to find what feels right in the hand.

03 / Gathering

Made for your table

Objects designed for regular play, generous hosting, and traditions still to come.

First in the Works

The Founder’s Collection

Our first collection is being developed now: a limited first chapter that will establish the look, feel, and point of view of Dr Mahjong. We’re exploring warm ivory, deep forest green, subtle metallic details, and tactile finishes that feel timeless rather than trendy.

Collection 001 · In development
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Mah Jongg Sets

The centerpiece: distinctive tiles designed around hand feel, legibility, and enduring style.

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Table Mats

A considered foundation for game night, with a palette and pattern that complement the set.

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Markers & Jokers

Small signature pieces, with room for special editions and personal touches.

Table Accessories

Racks, trays, and useful details that make the whole playing experience feel complete.

These are concept visuals, not final product photographs. Designs, materials, specifications, and availability are still being tested.

Behind the Craft

From material experiment to table-ready detail.

We’re taking the time to get the fundamentals right. That means testing, measuring, refining, and making decisions based on how a tile actually feels and plays—not just how it looks in a photograph.

STEP 01

Explore the material

Resin, color, translucency, weight, and layered effects are being evaluated for beauty, durability, and a satisfying feel in the hand.

STEP 02

Refine every edge

Precision machining, engraving, finishing, and careful inspection help turn experimental materials into consistent, readable pieces.

STEP 03

Test around the table

Playability matters. We’re paying attention to shuffle, sound, legibility, cleanability, and how the set feels over a full game.

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Dr Mahjong
A studio for the art of gathering
Our Story Is Being Written

Built slowly.
Made to be shared.

Dr Mahjong is an independent venture in its making, grounded in a simple belief: a game people love deserves objects made with thoughtfulness and character.

We’re currently developing our first collection from a Kansas-based studio, exploring materials and manufacturing methods before settling on the final product. We’ll share the decisions, discoveries, and occasional lessons learned along the way.

We’ll be specific about what’s made in our studio and where other components come from. For us, craftsmanship includes being honest about the process.

Follow the first collection