Mah Jong is a beloved game in both Asian and Western cultures. Mah Jong is said to have originated in the Court of the King of Wu. Within this court lived a beautiful woman in seclusion. To escape boredom, she invented a game using carved domino-shaped pieces made from ivory and bamboo. For many years, Mah Jong was a game reserved for royalty. Our set is FOR EVERYONE. Affordable – light weight – and is a portable-sized “Travel Set.” Perfect for when you need convenient fun on “the go.” Please note: Our version is the traditional Asian set – as such, it does not include the Joker pieces (which are found in the more contemporary American version).