Haikou Mahjong, as a unique mahjong game in Hainan, has attracted the attention of more and more players in recent years. Among them,"Hu Le" is the moment that players are most looking forward to, but if you want to successfully play, you must master the rules and skills of Haikou Mahjong. This article will combine the latest gameplay in 2026 to provide you with a comprehensive analysis of the rules, card types, score calculation methods and practical skills of Haikou Mahjong, helping you navigate at the table with ease.

Haikou Mahjong Basic Rules

Haikou Mahjong usually uses 136 cards, including Wan, Tiao, Drum, Wind and Wrigley, with no cards. The game consists of 4 people, each starting with 13 cards and the dealer with 14 cards. The basic condition for a Hu card is to make up 4 sets of faces (straight or cut) and a pair of general cards, or special card types such as seven equal. Unlike many local mahjong, Haikou mahjong is not allowed to play cards, only touching and bargaining, which increases the difficulty and strategy of the game.

Detailed explanation of Hu brand type

Among Haikou Mahjong, Hu cards are rich and diverse, the common ones are:

  • pinghu: The most basic method of playing cards consists of 4 sets of straight or carved cards plus a pair of generals.
  • Pengpenhu: Consists of 4 sets of symbols (or bars) and a pair of generals, no straight.
  • seven pairs: The hand consists of 7 pairs and cannot have touches or bars.
  • exclusively: All cards are of the same suit (one of ten thousand, bar, and barrel), excluding wind cards and Wrigley.
  • mixed color: It consists of a color brand, wind brand, and Wrigley.
  • flower on the bar: The card is played after the card is taken.
  • for the moon: Hu card when you touch the last card.

In addition,snatch a beard、heavenly hand、DihuSuch as special Hu methods, these card types will receive additional bonuses when calculating points.

Haikou Mahjong Points Calculation Rules

The calculation method of Haikou Mahjong points is relatively complicated, and "fan" is usually used to calculate. Different card types correspond to different plays. The higher the play, the more points you score. The following is a reference to the number of common card types (taking the 2026 mainstream rules as an example):

  1. Pinghu: 1 time
  2. Bumping Hu: 2 times
  3. Seven pairs: 3
  4. All colors: 6 times
  5. Mixed color: 3 colors
  6. Blooming on the pole: Add 1
  7. Fishing for the Moon in the Sea: Add 1
  8. Tianhu: 10 times (or capped)
  9. Dihu: 8 times

In actual games, different tables may have subtle differences. It is recommended to confirm the specific scoring rules before starting. The number of characters is usually calculated by multiplication. For example, if all people are exposed, it is 6×2=12 characters. Some gameplays also have "capping" limits, such as a maximum of no more than 20 times.

Haikou Mahjong Hu Card Skills

If you want to increase your poker rate in Haikou Mahjong, in addition to luck, skills are crucial. Here are some practical suggestions:

1. Starting hand evaluation

After starting with 13 cards, quickly determine the potential of the card type. If the card types are scattered, give priority to making flat or seven pairs; if there are many colors in a certain suit, try uniform or mixed colors. At the same time, pay attention to the handling of wind cards and Wrigley cards. Unless you mix one color or one color, play them as soon as possible.

2. Watch your opponent play

Haikou Mahjong cannot be played, so the cards played by opponents often reveal their hand information. For example, if the opponent plays thousands of cards in a row, he may be playing a uniform card or a uniform card. At this time, the relevant cards should be held to avoid shooting. At the same time, pay attention to whether the opponent changes the card type after touching the card, and adjust the strategy in a timely manner.

3. control risks

In the middle and late stages, we must be cautious in playing cards, especially when it comes to raw cards and dangerous cards. If you have little hope of playing cards, you should give priority to defense and avoid firing shots. Remember the principle of "it's better to abandon than to charge", especially when your opponent may become a big player.

4. Use cards

Bar cards can increase the number of times, but they can also expose information and may give opponents the opportunity to bloom on the bar. Whether to leverage cards requires weighing the pros and cons: If you can increase the chances or numbers of cards after leveraging and the risks are controllable, you can leverage; otherwise be cautious.

5. Listen to the card selection

Try to listen to multiple sides when listening to cards, such as listening to three or more cards to increase the probability of playing cards. If you can only play single, give priority to cards that appear easily, such as 19 or wind cards.

frequently asked questions

Can Haikou Mahjong be played?

No. Haikou Mahjong is only allowed to touch and stick, and cannot eat the best cards, which makes the card combination more dependent on touch and stick.

How many cards are there in Haikou Mahjong?

Usually 136 cards are used, including 36 each for Wan, Bar and Drum, 16 for Wind Cards, and 12 for Wrigley. There are no cards.

Do I have to touch my own mahjong cards in Haikou?

Not necessarily. You can touch yourself, or you can point a cannon beard (others play the cards you need). Self-touching usually comes with additional rewards, such as a double increase or points for each family.

Does Haikou Mahjong have a "Thirteenth 10s"?

Some gameplays support thirteen ones, but not all Haikou Mahjong include this card type, which requires confirmation in advance.

summary

Haikou Mahjong Hu requires not only luck, but also strategy and skills. Mastering the basic rules, familiarizing yourself with the number of cards, and flexibly using practical skills can significantly improve your winning probability. In 2026, with the spread of Mahjong culture, Haikou Mahjong is also constantly evolving. Players are advised to practice and summarize more to enjoy the fun brought by Mahjong. I hope this article can help you better understand Haikou Mahjong and become a master at the table as soon as possible!