What to know
- Accept the bounty at the Red Crane Inn, unlocked by default.
- Head to Sarobetsu Forest, following the Guiding Wind.
- Search east from the Kitsune Altar for signs (dead horses) to find Katagiri.
- Defeat Katagiri in two phases—first on the road, then after he escapes uphill, and claim your reward from Kojiro.
After grabbing Katagiri’s bounty from the board at the Red Crane Inn, you’ll be on a straightforward hunt through the snowy wilderness. Be ready for a quick fight, a chase, and a second round—this is one of the easier bounties, perfect for a fast cash-in if you’re stacking coins.
Snowstorm Katagiri bounty overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Region | Sarobetsu Forest, within the Teshio Ridge area. |
| Unlock | Available by default at the Red Crane Inn Bounty Board. |
| Reward | 1,500 Coins — one of the higher-value bounties in Ghost of Yōtei. |
| Escape Behavior | When health drops below 25%, Katagiri deploys smoke bombs and flees uphill toward a ridge overlook. |
| Mid-Battle Change | At mid-health, Katagiri summons allies and switches to ranged ice kunai attacks, requiring cover and timing to survive. |
Snowstorm Katagiri bounty location
Katagiri is found in the Teshio Ridge region. Use the Guiding Wind feature to set your destination; you’ll be led to Sarobetsu Forest, a well-known spot for bounties. Head north, looking for the Kitsune Altar as a landmark. Once there, continue east along the road and look for the telltale sign: several dead horses on the path.
How to find and finish Snowstorm Katagiri bounty
Accept Snowstorm Katagiri’s bounty at the Red Crane Inn’s board.
Step 2
Travel to Sarobetsu Forest, using the Guiding Wind to reach the correct area.
Step 3
Head east from the Kitsune Altar to spot a trail of dead horses, signaling Katagiri is near.
Step 4
Engage in combat with Katagiri and his initial allies. Reduce his health to 25%.
Step 5
After he flees with a smoke bomb, pursue him uphill to a campfire. There, fight extra reinforcements while Katagiri uses ranged attacks. Use ranged, throwable, or your best melee attacks to take down Katagiri for good.
Return to Kojiro the Bounty Broker at Red Crane Inn, and secure your 1500 coin reward.
Rewards from the Snowstorm Katagiri bounty
| Reward Type | Name / Item | Description | Use or Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Reward | 1,500 Coins | Standard bounty payout from Kojiro | Used to purchase gear, weapon upgrades, and supplies |
| XP / Progress | Honor XP +1 | Increases your Bounty Rank with Kojiro | Unlocks access to higher-tier bounties |
| Materials | Iron x5 (chance drop) | Loot from Katagiri’s camp or dropped enemies | Useful for upgrading melee weapons |
| Weapon Drop (Chance) | Katagiri’s Tanto | Rare melee weapon with frost effect (low drop rate) | Adds slight cold-damage effect on critical hits |
| Consumables | Smoke Bomb x2 | Dropped from Katagiri’s pouch post-fight | Temporarily blind enemies for stealth or escape |
| Bonus (if stealth kill achieved) | Stealth Mastery XP +1 | Earned only if you assassinate him unseen during second phase | Improves stealth bonuses for future missions |
Caveats to watch for
- Don’t delay the chase—Katagiri’s lead can make catching him harder.
- Be ready for the shift to ranged combat; carry a bow or throwable items.
- Clear or avoid distractions (minions) during the uphill chase so you can focus on Katagiri.
- Track the bounty first to avoid wandering off in wrong forest sectors.
Katagiri and Yotei
Snowstorm Katagiri is a great early bounty: simple to accept, easy to find, but it gives you a taste of dynamic pacing with the escape and ranged shift. With the right equipment and timing, you can complete it smoothly and collect 1,500 coins early in your playthrough.
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