What to know

  • Lake Jozan lies in the northwest of Yotei Grasslands.
  • The lake area features hidden paths, shrines, and a painting spot.
  • You can access rare crafting materials and spirit echoes nearby.
  • Its mist-covered waters conceal environmental puzzles and collectibles.

Lake Jozan in Ghost of Yotei is more than just a beautiful landscape — it’s a layered exploration zone filled with secrets, lore bounty of Soma the Condemned, and environmental challenges. Whether you’re aiming for 100% completion or simply want to uncover all the tranquil spots of the Yotei Grasslands, the Jozan region is worth a detailed visit.

How to reach Lake Jozan

Step 1

Open your world map and mark the northwestern corner of Yotei Grasslands. The path winds upward through hilly terrain and dense bamboo groves. Follow the Guiding Wind if unlocked.

Step 2

After leaving the main road, ride along the dirt trail lined with red maple trees. The trail curves near a small encampment with merchant tents—this is your last rest and fight stop before Jozan.

Step 3

Cross the narrow bridge draped in paper charms; this marks the transition into the Jozan basin area. You’ll know you’re close when mist thickens and your compass starts showing nearby collectible pings.

Lake Jozan Points of Interest

Lake Jozan is surrounded by steep ridges and wooden paths that connect small shrines and resting points. The area features:

Point of InterestDescription
Jozan ShrineA lakeside altar that rewards a Spirit Charm when purified. Requires using the Shamisen at dawn.
Chasing Frogs Sumi-E SpotFound on the northern cliff overlooking the lake. Unlocks a painting collectible once interacted with.
Collapsed DockThe remains of an old pier. Dive near it to find floating debris containing rare Iron Sand.
Echoing Reed FieldSouth of the lake, this area has an audible wind resonance—interacting grants a Spirit Echo memory.

Quests that navigate to Lake Jozan

Quest Name Quest Type Starting Point Connection to Lake Jozan Objective Near the Lake Notes
Echoes of Still Waters Side Quest Fisherman’s Camp, West Yotei Grasslands Direct — guides you to the lake’s southern edge Retrieve the lost fisherman’s amulet Introduces you to Lake Jozan’s shrine area and spirit echoes.
The Music Beneath the Mist Exploration Quest Traveler’s Hut near Bamboo Forest Indirect — leads you to play a tune that clears lake fog Use Shamisen at dawn on lakeside pier Unlocks the fast-travel point by dispersing the lake’s mist.
Whispers by the Reeds Spirit Echo Quest Reed Field south of Jozan Direct — takes place entirely around the lake’s marsh edge Collect three echo fragments Completing this reveals lore about the lake’s ancient guardian.
Sake for Still Waters Offering Quest Shrine Maiden at Hilltop Shrine Direct — final step takes you to the main Jozan Shrine Deliver sake offering and purify the altar Required to unlock the Spirit Charm of Still Waters.
Chasing Frogs Artistic Collectible Artist’s Cabin north of Grasslands Direct — objective located on Jozan’s northern cliff Create a Sumi-E painting overlooking the lake Adds the painting collectible to your compendium.
Path of Quiet Reflection Hidden Exploration Activates after Shrine Purification Indirect — opens a spiritual shortcut under the lake Follow glowing footprints through the grotto Secret follow-up after purifying Jozan Shrine.
Soma the Condemned Bounty Kojiro, Yotei Outpost Partial — final encounter area near lake cave Locate entrance at Jozan’s west shore Optional boss route; not necessary for shrine completion.

Discovering peace at Lake Jozan

Lake Jozan captures the essence of Ghost of Yotei’s environmental storytelling — quiet, mysterious, and filled with rewards for attentive players. By exploring every corner, uncovering hidden routes, and purifying the shrine, you gain not only valuable items like Bounty Master Armor but a serene sense of closure in one of Yotei’s most atmospheric regions.