Will there be a selection process for the players who want to register?

No, there will be no selection process. However, we expect people to fully understand the WRC ruleset and have a fair amount of " hands-on " play expertise. We also expect people to follow good mahjong etiquette . Our goal is to create a competitive environment where serious players and upcoming pros can thrive and hone their mahjong skills.

Until when should I transfer the participation fee?

The sooner, the better! No, seriously... We want to plan and organise our tournaments carefully and tailor them to our guests. For this, we kindly ask you to transfer the fee three weeks prior to the tournament . Otherwise we might need to void your participation and give the seat to the next person on the waiting list .

You will not earn EMA ranking points as this is not a MERS ranked event. This series of events is to complement the well-established and respected European MERS system.

Do I score ranking points when participating at a World Riichi League tournament?

Generally, the points are used for calculating ranks for pro players . Not everybody wants to become a certified pro or can't/want to do so immediately. For this, we can optionally stash your points in a " wallet ". The moment you become a pro, you can harness those and start climbing up those ranks!

Is the use of electronical devices allowed during games?

By default, the use of mobile phones, smart watches etc. is not allowed during games . This has several reasons: insurance problems, time loss, noise and most important: we want our players to not lose touch with manual counting and handling point sticks. While apps provide a great possibility to keep track of points at any given moment, we are convinced that good players are able to count and keep track of points by themselves.

Are you recommending non-playing referees?

Referees are a valuable part for all our tournaments and function as guardians of rules and fairness but also as a support for players and organisers. To ensure a high quality of the games, even when things sometimes doesn't go as we want them, we are leaning towards non-playing referees who can provide professional and swift arbitration with the least amount of infringement. We know everyone is eager to play and we want to acknowledge and reward people willing to make that sacrifice by participating as a referee.

Euro League Archives - World Riichi League

29 Apr 2026

12th European Event: Bristol

by Valentin Courtois | posted in: Euro League | 0

Offline event REGISTRATION OPEN! 12th European World Riichi League Event: Bristol United Kingdom joins the party! Event details FAQ Please read the following points carefully If there are any further questions, please do not hesitate and send us a mail

16 Apr 2026

11th European Event: Bucharest

by Valentin Courtois | posted in: Euro League | 0

Offline event REGISTRATION OPEN! 11th European World Riichi League Event: Bucharest Romania hosts another one. Come along! Event details FAQ Please read the following points carefully If there are any further questions, please do not hesitate and send us a … Continued

28 Jan 2026

10th European Event: Toulouse

by Valentin Courtois | posted in: Euro League | 0

Offline event REGISTRATION OPEN! 10th European World Riichi League Event: Toulouse Euro League is back in France. Come and play! Event details FAQ Please read the following points carefully If there are any further questions, please do not hesitate and … Continued

13 Dec 2025

9th Event: Cologne

by Manuel Kameda-Schlich | posted in: Euro League | 0

Offline event REGISTRATION OPEN! 9th European World Riichi League Event: Cologne World Riichi League is back with a new season! And here is our second event for 2026! Event details FAQ Please read the following points carefully If there are … Continued

25 Nov 2025

8th Event: Louvain-la-Neuve

by Valentin Courtois | posted in: Euro League | 0

Offline event REGISTRATION OPEN! 8th European World Riichi League Event: Louvain-la-Neuve Kicking off World Riichi League’s 2026 cycle with a second event in Belgium! Event details FAQ Please read the following points carefully If there are any further questions, please … Continued

6 Aug 2025

7th Event: Bucharest

by Valentin Courtois | posted in: Euro League | 0

Offline event REGISTRATION OPEN! 7th European World Riichi League Event: Bucharest Let’s keep up this new WRL season going, with Romania’s first World Riichi event! Event details FAQ Please read the following points carefully If there are any further questions, … Continued

14 Jun 2025

6th European Event: Rennes

by Valentin Courtois | posted in: Euro League | 0

Offline event REGISTRATION OPEN! 6th European World Riichi League Event: Rennes Willing to keep going after WRC 2025, to further hone your skills towards your mahjong goals?The first French WRL event welcomes you! Event details FAQ Please read the following … Continued

20 Feb 2025

5th Event: Louvain-la-Neuve

by Gemma Sakamoto | posted in: Euro League | 0

Offline event REGISTRATION OPEN! 5th European World Riichi League Event: Louvain-la-Neuve The journey to WRC 2028 is already underway! This time, join us in Belgium! Event details FAQ Please read the following points carefully If there are any further questions, … Continued

20 Jan 2025

4th Event: Cologne

by Gemma Sakamoto | posted in: Euro League | 0

Offline event 4th European World Riichi League Event: Cologne Click here for the live scores Event details “New year, new tournament :)” Manuel Kameda-Schlich and the whole team of Rinshan Kaihou Cologne FAQ Please read the following points carefully If … Continued

31 Oct 2024

3rd Event: Hamburg

by Manuel Kameda-Schlich | posted in: Euro League | 0

Offline event 3rd European World Riichi League Event: Hamburg Welcome to Hamburg for our 3rd event! A beautiful city known for its stunning harbor, historic architecture, and vibrant cultural scene, offering a unique blend of maritime charm and modern urban … Continued