Mahjong, Chinamaxxing & The Cultural Appropriation Comeback
Mahjong’s resurgence might look like a glossy trend but beneath the surface lies a deeper story about culture and ownership. As Western companies profit from reimagined versions of the game, the traditional craftsmanship and communities that sustained mahjong for generations are being pushed to the margins. This piece explores how a nearly 200-year-old game became both a site of cultural connection and a battleground over appropriation, identity, and who gets to shape its future.
