Yakuza 3
Yakuza 3

Story Walkthrough

Navigate Yakuza 3's gripping narrative. Our walkthrough guides you through each chapter, detailing combat, item locations, and critical steps.

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Story Walkthrough

Welcome to the comprehensive story walkthrough for Yakuza 3! This section will guide you through every main story chapter, providing detailed steps, combat strategies, item locations, and important tips to ensure a smooth progression through Kiryu's journey.

Remember to save frequently, especially before major confrontations or entering new areas. Don't hesitate to explore and complete substories as they often provide valuable experience, money, and items that can make the main story easier.

Chapter 1: The Dragon of Okinawa

The game opens with Kiryu Kazama living a peaceful life running the Morning Glory Orphanage in Okinawa. This chapter serves as an introduction to the new setting and characters.

Morning Glory Orphanage

  • Objective: Wake up and check on the children.
  • After the opening cutscene, you'll gain control of Kiryu in his room.
  • Head downstairs to the main living area. Speak with Haruka and the other children.
  • Item Location: Before leaving Kiryu's room, check the dresser for a Staminan X.
  • After the morning routine, you'll be prompted to take the children to school.

School Run and First Encounter

  • Objective: Escort the children to school.
  • Follow the children out of the orphanage and down the path.
  • Combat Tutorial: On your way, you'll encounter a group of thugs harassing a local. This serves as your first combat tutorial. Pay attention to the on-screen prompts for basic attacks, grabs, and Heat Actions.
  • Strategy: Focus on one enemy at a time. Use environmental objects like bicycles or street cones if available to deal extra damage. block (L1/LB) and dodge (X/A + direction).
  • After defeating the thugs, a short cutscene will play introducing Rikiya.
  • Continue escorting the children to school. Once they enter, the objective will update.

Exploring Ryukyu

  • Objective: Head back to the orphanage.
  • You are now free to explore a small portion of Ryukyu. This is a good opportunity to familiarize yourself with the controls and the map.
  • Optional: Consider visiting the local M Store (convenience store) to stock up on healing items like Toughness Light or Staminan Spark. They are located on the main street leading back to the orphanage.
  • Item Location: Near the entrance to the school, look for a vending machine. You can purchase a Mystery Drink for a small HP boost.
  • Head back towards the Morning Glory Orphanage. As you approach, a new cutscene will trigger.

Trouble at the Orphanage

  • Objective: Deal with the land sharks.
  • Upon returning, you'll find a group of yakuza from the Tamashiro Family attempting to intimidate the orphanage staff.
  • Boss Fight: You'll engage in a fight with several Tamashiro Family members, led by a slightly tougher opponent.
  • Strategy: This fight introduces multiple opponents. Try to keep them in front of you. use your Heat Actions when your Heat Gauge is full for significant damage and invincibility frames. Prioritize the stronger enemy if you can isolate them.
  • After the fight, a tense cutscene will unfold, setting up the conflict for the coming chapters.
  • The chapter concludes after the cutscene.

Chapter 2: The Conspiracy

Kiryu's past begins to catch up with him as the land dispute intensifies and mysterious figures emerge.

Meeting the Locals

  • Objective: Investigate the land deal in Ryukyu.
  • The chapter begins at the orphanage. After a conversation with Haruka, you'll need to head into town.
  • Tip: Before leaving, check the kitchen for a Bento Lunch, a decent healing item.
  • Your first stop should be the local real estate office, marked on your map.
  • Location: The real estate office is located on the main street, a short walk from the orphanage.
  • Speak to the agent there. He won't be very helpful, but it progresses the story.

Information Gathering

  • Objective: Find out more about the land deal.
  • After the real estate office, you'll need to gather information from other sources.
  • Sub-Objective 1: Visit the local bar, "Star Dust" (not to be confused with the Kamurocho bar).
  • Location: Star Dust is situated in the entertainment district of Ryukyu, easily identifiable by its neon sign.
  • Inside, speak to the bartender. He'll direct you to someone who might know more.
  • Sub-Objective 2: Head to the Ryukyu Street Market.
  • Location: The market is a bustling area with many stalls, located centrally in Ryukyu.
  • Look for a specific stall owner (marked on your map after speaking to the bartender). They will provide crucial information regarding the land sharks and their connections.
  • Item Location: While in the market, keep an eye out for a hidden Bronze Plate behind one of the fruit stalls. These can be sold for a good sum of money.

Confrontation at the Construction Site

  • Objective: Confront the Tamashiro Family at the construction site.
  • Armed with new information, head to the construction site on the outskirts of Ryukyu.
  • Location: The construction site is a large, fenced-off area visible from the main road.
  • Upon entering, you'll be immediately engaged in a series of fights.
  • Combat Wave 1: Several low-level thugs. Use wide-sweeping attacks to control the crowd.
  • Combat Wave 2: More thugs, including some armed with pipes. Disarm them quickly by grabbing and performing a weapon Heat Action.
  • Boss Fight: Tamashiro's Lieutenant. This enemy is tougher, has more health, and can block effectively.
  • Strategy: Look for openings after his attack combos. Use quick dodges to get behind him and unleash your own combos. Don't be afraid to use healing items if your health drops below 50%. Focus on building your Heat Gauge for powerful finishers.
  • After defeating the lieutenant, a significant cutscene will play, revealing deeper layers to the conspiracy.
  • The chapter concludes with Kiryu facing a new, more dangerous threat.