Mahjong Meetup thrills new Portland players
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- Mahjong originated in China about 300 years ago. Today the game is widely played all across Asia, but it's popular in Portland, too.
Over the years, Mahjong has picked up regional versions. Hong Kong Mahjong is different from Beijing. The New York Mahjong is different from the version in the Northwest. There's Jewish Mahjong and Filipino Mahjong -- and even though there are differences they are essentially the same.
Every week, the Mahjong Meetup gets together for game night at the Encorepreneur Café, 1548 NE 15th.
As KOIN 6 News highlights AAPI Heritage Month, Kelley Bayern spoke with Wren Sorenson to reintroduce her to the intricacies of the game and why it thrills many who play.
Watch the video for the full report.