Your Guide to Ghost of Yotei Sword Kits

What to know

• Ghost of Yotei features 20 sword kits, each cosmetic and found at “Pillars of the Fallen” throughout the game’s regions.
• Kits are region-specific, unlocked by interacting with stone monuments marked on the map as you explore key locations.
• Special kits include unique visual themes such as elemental designs, regional patterns, and rare lore-inspired looks.
• Traveller’s Maps can be purchased to reveal pillar locations if exploration alone proves challenging.

Sword kits are unlocked at stone monuments scattered across six distinct regions. Personalize your swords with unique looks by tracking down every Pillar of the Fallen location in Ghost of Yotei. There are 20 pillars overall, with each region containing between two and five. Most can be found by approaching prominent landmarks or following paths off the beaten trail. Key environmental cues like flags or unique rock formations often signal a pillar nearby.

Sword Kit Pillars by region: reference checklist

Below is a regional breakdown with notable pillar locations and the reward kit at each.

How to unlock and use sword kits in Ghost of Yotei

Sword kits are acquired by approaching each Pillar of the Fallen and interacting with the monument to receive the kit immediately. Here’s how to actually use your new sword kits in-game:

Step 1

Open the Gear Menu from the main pause or inventory screen.

Step 2

Select the melee weapon (usually katana) you want to customize.

Step 3

Press the indicated button (commonly Square or equivalent) to open the list of unlocked kits.

Step 4

Highlight the kit you want and confirm selection to apply it—your sword’s appearance will update instantly.

Sword kits are strictly visual—none provide gameplay benefits or increase weapon stats. They let you express unique style or match your blade to new armor sets.

Sword kit locations and details

Here is the list of all 20 sword kits to get in Ghost of Yotei from Pillars:

Tokachi Range (3 Sword Kits)

Aranami’s Claw

• Pillar: Niikappu Falls, on a small island at the base of the waterfall.
• Key Feature: Waterflow-inspired blue/white design.

Silken Bloom

• Pillar: South of Huranui’s Rest Inn, in a rocky clearing.
• Key Feature: Gentle pink floral patterns.

Blood Rust Honey

• Pillar: North of Nikkappu River, tucked in a forest clearing.
• Key Feature: Deep red and gold metallic highlights.

Yotei Grasslands (5 Sword Kits)

Unyielding Tempest

• Pillar: Southern coast, large rock outcrop overlooking the sea.
• Key Feature: Storm motif with blue and silver swirls.

Starlight Abyss

• Pillar: Northwest ridge of Mount Yotei Shrine, under a blue flag.
• Key Feature: Deep midnight blue with celestial accents.

Bones of Gashadokuro

• Pillar: Open field during The Crimson Kimono questline.
• Key Feature: Bone-white, skeletal patterns.

Ginkgo’s Reckoning

• Pillar: Cliff edge during Rivaled questline.
• Key Feature: Autumn leaves, golden yellow highlights.

Noble Mist

• Pillar: Near blossom trees, Takezo the Unrivaled quest.
• Key Feature: Soft grey, subtle sakura petal flair.

Ishikari Plain (3 Sword Kits)

Crimson Yokai

• Pillar: Otaru Hills grasslands.
• Key Feature: Crimson blade, white spirit mask detail.

Infamous Strike

• Pillar: Southwest of Nishin Fishery, past Sun’s Peak Shrine and rope bridge.
• Key Feature: Dark metal with scarlet streaks.

Koromoddako’s Reach

• Pillar: North Ishikari, east source of Rumoi River by a waterfall.
• Key Feature: Tentacle motif, lilac and black blade.

Nayoro Wilds (2 Sword Kits)

Hunter’s Vigilance

• Pillar: Southwest border, atop narrow cliff.
• Key Feature: Antler hilt, woodland green motif.

Tanuki’s Bounty

• Pillar: North of Husko Kotan in dense woods.
• Key Feature: Playful stripes, brown and white highlights.

Oshima Coast (3 Sword Kits)

Raven Fortress

• Pillar: Southeast tip, Esan Inlet cliffs with grappling points.
• Key Feature: Black, crow feather effect.

Kaeru’s Fortune

• Pillar: Far west, Oiso Fishing Village, across rocks.
• Key Feature: Green, with wave patterns and frog totem.

Sakura in Moonlight

• Pillar: Matsumae Residences, under blooming cherry trees.
• Key Feature: Pastel pink and white blade, cherry blossom design.

Teshio Ridge (4 Sword Kits)

Masaru’s Claw

• Pillar: East of Barricaded House, rocky rise beside sloped path.
• Key Feature: Jagged steel, clawed tip.

Inari’s Ruse

• Pillar: West of Kamikawa Trading Post, atop massive boulder.
• Key Feature: Fox mask engraving, copper shimmer.

Blood in Snow

• Pillar: East of Sarobetsu Lake, tall mountain peak by Wolf Den.
• Key Feature: White blade, with deep red “blood” accents.

Regal Punisher

• Pillar: South from Black Dye House, along Teshio river on a mountain ledge.
• Key Feature: Gold flecks, ornate royal guard crosspiece.

Locate hard-to-find pillars

Some pillars are hidden in tricky spots, such as cliff ledges requiring grappling or puzzle-like shrine routes. If they prove difficult to find:

• Buy a Traveller’s Map from merchants in hub settlements. These show specific pillar locations on your map.
• Look for blue or white flags, or environmental anomalies like stacked stones, signaling a pillar is nearby.
• If stuck, return later with new traversal tools or after gaining map updates through exploration.

Special sword kits and rare finds

Special sword kits such as the Storm Blade, inspired by classic samurai lore, are acquired through short side quests or environmental challenges in areas like the Oshima Coast. These often involve additional steps, such as following a guiding fox or completing a shrine sequence after buying special maps.

Tracking down all sword kits in Ghost of Yotei is a collectible adventure, made easier by regional guides and map tools. Unlocking every cosmetic will reward time spent exploring and let you personalize your combat style with unforgettable flair.