# Shisen-Sho

> Mahjong tile solitaire puzzle game with multiple modes. (iPhone/iPad app by Teruaki Onoda.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shisen-sho/id317628425 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Teruaki Onoda](https://appshunter.io/developer/299679426)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Board, Puzzle
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 15 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 5 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2009-06-06
- Data updated: 2026-09-02
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shisen-sho/id317628425/reviews.md

## What is Shisen?

"Shisen-Sho" is simple and deep solitaire game that uses the mah-jong tile. Everyone can readily enjoy it.

"One of My Favorite Puzzles, Brought to the iPhone" - Macgasm


The rule is very easy. (!! NOT "Shanghai Mahjong" rule !!)
If two mah-jong tiles of the same design that queues up in the screen are taken by one pair, and all tiles are taken, it becomes clear. 
The selection of the tile does the tile with the finger by touching directly. The tile that can be taken has the condition like the under. 

- It is not possible to take it when there is a tile of another design between two tiles. 
- The tile that length and breadth adjoins can be taken. 
- The tile at the position that can be connected by the straight line in length and breadth can be taken. 
- The tile at the position where the straight line bends up to two times can be taken, too. 

It becomes "GameOver" when the tile that can be taken is lost. 
Of not becoming "GameOver", there is a tile that can surely be taken.
(Please refer to the web page for a detailed rule)

If you can not find a pair of tile that can be taken, do shake the iPhone/iPod touch about two times. You will begin a new game. (Only Endless-Mode)

There are some game modes in "Shisen-Sho". 
"Endless-Mode" that can be slowly enjoyed indefinitely. Attack mode etc. that compete for time and score. It is possible to play by various styles. 

About the Challenge Mode:
The tile of a full screen is taken in the time limit. The tile is erased before the timer gauge disappears and the score is earned. 
It is game over when all the remainder gauge tanks are lost. 
A special stage sometimes comes out. When you clear a special stage, the reserve tank increases or a special bonus can be gotten.

## Key features

- Mahjong tile matching
- Solitaire puzzle gameplay
- Multiple game modes
- Endless play option
- Timed challenge modes
- Shake to reshuffle (Endless Mode)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 15)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shisen-sho/id317628425/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Happy customer

*2026-01-08*

We play this all the time - easy and fun and can be challenging.

### 1/5 — たかだかゲームなのに

*2024-04-28*

全くゴール出来なくなった。こんなもんたかだかゲームなんだからゴールさせろ。早々に手詰まりで面白くも何ともない。

### 4/5 — 面白いけどバグが、、、

*2019-09-07*

チャレンジモードをプレイしている最中、一旦アプリを終了し、再開した時に、たまに牌が表示されず、タイムだけが減っていくバグがあります。
アプリやスマホを再起動させても直りません。
とてもおもしろいゲームだったので残念です。

### 3/5 — long in the tooth

*2016-11-17*

This app is enjoyable but starting to show cracks. It is low res, looks bad and, on iOS 10, I am now greeted with a warning that the app is not optimized and will slow down my iPhone. Fix or remove. There are other options.

### 5/5 — ほぼ毎日遊んでます！

*2015-04-05*

単純だけど飽きが来ないゲームです。
ゲームアプリの中で一番プレイしてるゲームです。
最高のゲームをありがとうございます！！

### 3/5 — 再チャレンジ

*2014-09-19*

手詰まりのあと、再チャレンジしたいなあ。(￣◇￣;)

### 5/5 — ありがとう

*2014-03-05*

楽しませて頂いております

### 4/5 — Fun

*2013-06-28*

Great game, wish it had choice of different tiles.

### 5/5 — シンプルだけど…

*2013-01-27*

そのシンプルさがたまらない。
シンプルだから夢中になります。

### 4/5 — シンプルで楽しい

*2012-09-16*

ですが、HDに対応してくれると嬉しいです

## Frequently asked questions about Shisen

### What is Shisen-Sho?

Shisen-Sho is a solitaire puzzle game that uses mahjong tiles. The goal is to match and remove all tiles from the board by finding pairs of identical tiles that can be connected by a path of up to two turns.

### How do you play Shisen-Sho?

You tap on two identical tiles that are not blocked by other tiles. Tiles can be removed if they are adjacent or can be connected by a straight line or a path with up to two bends. If no moves are available, the game ends.

### What game modes are available in Shisen-Sho?

Shisen-Sho offers an 'Endless-Mode' for relaxed, indefinite play, and 'Attack' modes that compete for time and score. There is also a 'Challenge Mode' where you must clear the screen within a time limit.

### Can I reshuffle the tiles in Shisen-Sho?

Yes, in 'Endless-Mode', you can shake your iPhone/iPod touch about two times to reshuffle the tiles and begin a new game if you cannot find a pair.

### What devices does Shisen-Sho support?

Shisen-Sho is supported on iPhone and iPod touch devices.

### What is the age rating for Shisen-Sho?

Shisen-Sho has an age rating of 4+.

### How often is Shisen-Sho updated?

The latest version, 2.5.1, was released on November 30, 2021. Updates typically include bug fixes and performance improvements.

### Does Shisen-Sho have ads?

No, Shisen-Sho does not contain advertisements.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.5.1 — 2021-11-30

Update for iOS Compatibility

### 2.5 — 2017-05-01

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Update for iOS Compatibility

### 2.3.1 — 2014-04-04

- bug fix in Pause

### 2.3 — 2014-03-05

- Support again for iOS5.1 and iOS6

### 2.2 — 2013-10-23

- iOS 7 Support
- Retina Display
- 4-inch Display

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All apps by Teruaki Onoda: https://appshunter.io/developer/299679426

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