Founded in 2009, Mahjong Shinsengumi! is a group dedicated to learning and enjoying the game of mahjong.
At our regular gatherings, members and guest participants compete in league matches. Our community brings together more than 100 participants, ranging from complete beginners to active professional mahjong players.
In recent years, the growing popularity of online mahjong has contributed to the expansion of the global mahjong community, which is estimated to include more than five million players.
In Japan, mahjong has continued to evolve over the years, with various rules and competitive organizations emerging.
Mahjong Shinsengumi! is committed to promoting the game by providing mahjong-related information and organizing and hosting tournaments. Through these activities, we strive to encourage greater interest in mahjong and contribute to its continued growth and popularity.
Our annual league competition runs from January through the end of December each year. To qualify for the rankings, participants must meet the minimum number of required matches.
**Schedule:** Every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, starting at 10:00 PM (Japan Standard Time).
**Monthly Qualification:** Participants must play at least 12.5% of the total matches held at Mahjong Shinsengumi! regular league sessions during the month (rounded down to the nearest whole number).
**Annual Qualification:** Participants must play at least 10.0% of the total matches held at Mahjong Shinsengumi! regular league sessions during the year (rounded down to the nearest whole number).
*Note: Participating in approximately 8-10 matches per month is generally sufficient to qualify for the rankings.*