What to know

  • Metsubushi is one of the 5 Quickfire weapons in Ghost of Yotei.
  • It is unlocked by completing a specific bounty (Crow Genzo) in the Yotei Grasslands.
  • Crow Genzo is located in the western area, at the Blue-Flowered Cemetery (Jade Grove region).
  • Upon defeating Crow Genzo, you’ll receive Metsubushi plus additional rewards (hat and coins).

Start your journey by heading to the bounty board, then tracking down Crow Genzo in the Yotei region. The Metsubushi is a flash powder bomb that blinds adversaries—an essential tool for stealth and crowd control. Below is a step-by-step walkthrough for nabbing the weapon and completing the Crow Genzo bounty, so you do not miss any crucial details.

Quick reference table for getting Metsubushi

Where Action Quick notes
Yotei Grasslands — Bounty Board Pick up the Crow Genzo bounty from the local Bounty Board. You must have access to Yotei Grasslands.
Travel to Jade Grove (west) Head to the Blue-Flowered Cemetery (top area, near an altar). Look for elevated paths/steps to reach the altar area.
Preparation spot (near cemetery) Stock healing items, equip preferred melee/ranged, check quickfire slot. Prepare like a boss encounter — Quickfire will be granted after the fight.
Blue-Flowered Cemetery — boss arena Find and defeat Crow Genzo in the encounter. Use dodges/parries; challenging fight for underleveled builds.
Rewards Metsubushi Quickfire + Sandogasa Hat + coins Ready to use after equipping in Quickfire slot.

How to get Metsubushi via the Crow Genzo bounty

If you want to get Metsubushi, follow these steps:

Step 1: Unlock or access the Crow Genzo bounty
  • Travel to the Yotei Grasslands region.
  • Use the Bounty Board there to pick up the Crow Genzo bounty.
Step 2: Locate Crow Genzo’s hideout
  • The bounty description says Genzo was last seen near a cemetery in the western part of Jade Grove (within the Yotei Grasslands area).
  • Specifically, he hides at the top of the Blue Flowered Cemetery, in front of an Altar of Reflection.
Step 3: Prepare for the battle
  • Make sure you're well-equipped: health items, gear upgrades, good weapon loadout.
  • The confrontation is a boss fight, so it can be challenging—use dodges, parries, etc.
Step 4: Defeat Crow Genzo
  • Engage and defeat him. After the fight, reach to the Altar of Reflection, you will receive Metsubushi (Quickfire weapon) as the reward.
  • You’ll also get Crow Genzo’s Sandogasa Hat and 750 Coins as additional rewards.
Step 5: Equip and use Metsubushi
  • Once obtained, equip the Metsubushi in your Quickfire weapon slot.
  • You can use it (via R1 or the corresponding Quickfire button) to blind enemies or create a tactical advantage.

Tips & things to watch out for

  • The bounty is not missable — you can complete it even after finishing the main story (i.e. in free roam).
  • Make sure you’ve progressed enough in the game to access the Yotei Grasslands and the Bounty Board there.
  • Explore the cemetery area thoroughly—some paths or elevation might be required to reach Crow Genzo’s exact spot.
  • The dialogue choice when you meet him (you have two options) does not affect the outcome or reward.

Mestsubushi: Is Disruption Better Than Destruction?

The Metsubushi is your panic button and setup tool. It blinds groups instantly, letting you heal or line up a massive hit. It's not about damage; it's about control—and that makes all the difference in a tough fight!

It is an essential enabler, transforming chaotic fights into manageable opportunities. Mastering the Metsubushi means prioritizing intelligent setup over raw force, proving that disengagement often leads to the quickest victory.