«I’m about to unleash my most deadly technique» — Kogoro Katsura (There was, in fact, no deadly technique.)
Rise Of The Ronin is full of bizarre encounters. For instance, you could get into a scuffle with a drunk swordsman at a geisha lodging house one night and later become good friends. At least that's the case with Kogoro Katsura, the easy-going expulsionist with a taste for good sake. While your first meeting may be rocky, you'll find that Katsura is a steadfast, dependable ally.
Rise Of The Ronin doesn't do nearly enough to clue us into Katsura's interests outside of booze. So, you'll find that bonding with him requires gifting him plenty of beer and liquor. You'll also gain many opportunities to fight alongside Katsura for the anti-shogunate cause. His friendship is worth pursuing and will increase your ability in the Shinto Munen-ryu combat style.
Updated April 20, 2024: Our latest update adds several details we learned about bonding with Kogoro Katsura in Chapter 3. For instance, we found new accessories for him to visit our longhouse. We also added a new Bond Mission, a training dojo match, and a table featuring all three of Katsura's home bases. Finally, we learned how to romance and form a Veiled Vow with Katsura!
Where Can I Find Kogoro Katsura?
You can find Kogoro Katsura at any of the game's Choshu headquarters, along with other characters like Shinsaku Takasugi and Fumi Sugi. Refer to the table below for more information:
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Location |
Map |
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Chapter 1 (Yokohama) |
Sakura Inn — Bashamichi |
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Chapter 2 (Edo) |
Choshu Clan Villa — Azabu |
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Chapter 3 (Kyoto) |
Choshu Clan Kyoto Estate — Sanjo |
How Can I Get Kogoro Katsura To Visit My Longhouse?
You can compel Katsura to visit your longhouse by redecorating via the Remodel menu. Place the following accessories on your display shelf:
Accessory |
Effect |
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Elegant Jar |
Raises the visit frequency for people who like light alcohol drinks. |
Speckled Bowl |
Raises the visit frequency for people who like to throw banquets. |
Orange-Colored Bowl |
Raises the visit frequency for people who like to throw banquets. |
What Gifts Does Kogoro Katsura Like?
As Katsura has stated many times, he has an unhealthy predilection for alcohol, especially sake. We would never encourage enabling substance abuse in real life. However, beer and liquor are the keys to Katsura's heart. Give him these gifts to increase your bond.
- Treasured Sake
- Imported Beer
- Premium Whiskey
- Knot Of Destiny
You can purchase gifts from Traders and Black Marketeers. Additionally, you can receive gift items via enemy drops, mission rewards, cat concierge missions, and pilgrim dog voyages.
How Else Can I Bond With Kogoro Katsura?
Like Master Shoin's other students, Katsura has the additional benefit of bonding through combat. You can spar against him in the training dojo. Katsura also has Bond Missions, which you can complete to become r to him.
The Training Dojo
Once you fight alongside or against another character, you'll unlock the opportunity to spar against them in the training dojo. Defeating your opponent in a training match will raise your bond with them. Katsura has two training matches to unlock: one in which he is drunk and one in which he is sober.
Training Dojo: Kogoro Katsura (Drunk) Style: Mock Combat Weapon: Katana |
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Novice Rewards |
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Intermediate Rewards |
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Advanced Rewards |
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Master Rewards |
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Training Dojo: Kogoro Katsura (Sober) Style: Mock Combat Weapon: Katana |
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Novice Rewards |
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Intermediate Rewards |
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Advanced Rewards |
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Master Rewards |
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Katsura's Bond Missions
Bond Missions are sub-missions dedicated to a specific character. Completing them strengthens your bond with that character and allows you to learn new details about their lives. You'll get plenty of time to bond with Katsura during anti-shogunate missions. However, he has two Bond Missions in Yokohama you can take on.
Bond Mission Name |
Mission Level |
Rewards |
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The Seed Of Doubt |
Level 9 |
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A Fragile Alliance |
Level 36 |
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Can I Romance Kogoro Katsura?
You can romance Kogoro Katsura. However, you cannot form a Veiled Vow with him until late in Chapter 3. There are specific story requirements you must meet first. Open the expandable box below to learn how to meet these requirements:
WARNING: The following instructions contain spoilers from Rise of the Ronin.
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- During The Ikeda Inn Incident ronin mission in Chapter 2, Katsura will get away before Teizo Miyabe blows up the inn .
- In Chapter 3, you'll find Katsura in hiding during The Satsuma-Choshu Alliance ronin mission. Complete the mission, and he will become available to talk to at the Choshu Clan Kyoto Estate.
- Fill Katsura's Favour Gauge and speak with him at the Kyoto Estate. Choose "Can we talk outside?" from the dialog tree. In the following cutscene, the two of you will form a Veiled Vow.
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What Are Kogoro Katsura's Bond Bonuses?
Bonding with Katsura yields several bonuses. You can receive extra Charm Points, exclusive armor, and Shinto Munen-ryu combat-style proficiency. We listed all of Kogoro Katsura's Bond Bonuses below:
Bond Level |
Bond Bonuses |
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Acquainted |
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Friendly |
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Inseparable |
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Fated |
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