Mahjong Game SetMahjong is an exciting game of skill, chance, and strategy that tests a players observation and memory skills. The game originated in China; possibly as long as 2500 year ago, although the oldest historical record of the game is from the mid 1800s. The Chinese symbols and characters on the tiles are known as Simples, Honors, and Bonuses. The Verve Culture Mahjong Set features handmade wooden tiles and a wooden box, along with simple instructions.