Mahjong, the traditional Chinese tile game that dates back to the 19th century, is enjoying a major resurgence in the US. Long popular in Asian communities and American Jewish households, the game is now spreading rapidly through suburbs across the American South and beyond.

The boom is creating a growing market around the game. According to a recent news report, a Mahjong studio in Charlotte, North Carolina, charges members up to around $180 a month. A complete Mahjong set can cost $650 or more, rising to around $1,000 when mats, racks, bags, and shufflers are included.

A standard Mahjong set consists of 144 tiles in three numbered suits—bamboo, dots, and characters—along with winds and dragons. For manufacturers, getting both the traditional structure and authentic Chinese design language right is what separates a quality product from a novelty.

Lykwell offers customized Mahjong sets in a range of materials, including acrylic, wood, and metal, with options such as engraved dragon tiles, PU-leather cases, printed mats, and racks. Prototypes can be developed in as little as 10 days, with IP protection throughout the process.