The Odachi is a distinctive weapon in Ghost of Yotei. Acquiring it involves a journey tied closely to major questlines and training sequences, making it a rewarding weapon to master in the game.

How to get the Odachi in Ghost of Yotei: Step-by-step guide

Step 1: Start "The Saito Brothers" questline

Begin by progressing in the main story until you unlock "The Saito Brothers" questline, which sets the stage for obtaining the Odachi.

Step 2: Proceed to "The Way of the Odachi" mission

Within the questline, advance until the mission called "The Way of the Odachi" becomes available.

Step 3: Travel to Master Yoshida's dojo

Go to the Tokachi Range near Horosaru Falls. Locate Master Yoshida’s dojo — he stands on a bridge north of the dojo entrance. Interact with Yoshida to initiate the training sequence and receive the Odachi from the weapons rack.

Step 4: Complete Odachi basics training

Learn how to block, parry, and swing the Odachi’s heavy, powerful attacks under Yoshida’s guidance.

Step 5: Pass the live combat tests

Engage in combat trials against the Saito Brothers’ soldiers using the Odachi, demonstrating your mastery over its unique combat style.

Step 6: Finalize your training and earn the Odachi

After all the successful trials, Yoshida grants you full rights to wield the Odachi freely.

Step 7: Upgrade your Odachi

Visit Father’s forge to enhance the Odachi’s stats and combat effectiveness using collected materials.