Nine bamboo sticks representing longevity and completeness.
Nine is the highest single digit and represents completeness and eternity. It was the emperors number in imperial China.
Bamboo Suit
Match with an identical tile. Both tiles must be free (no tile on top, at least one open side).
4 identical tiles per standard set
As the highest Bamboo tile, Bamboo 9 completes the suit. Its dense design requires careful identification.
Explore all tiles in the Mahjong Tile Guide to learn matching strategies for every suit.