This Points of Interest list for Ghost of Tsushima offers a concise overview of all map markers placed on interactive maps designed specifically for the game. It acts as a central hub, enabling players to navigate the game world efficiently and effectively.
In Ghost of Tsushima, Animal Sanctuaries are a specific type of side activity introduced in the Iki Island expansion. They serve as a way to earn powerful combat charms. When you find a sanctuary, you must calm the animals - Cats, Deer, or Monkeys - by playing a flute mini-game. In some cases, you will need to release them if they are inside a cage, or defeat enemies that are guarding the area. Once calmed, the animals become friendly, allowing you to pet them whenever you return to that location.
Archery ChallengesIn Ghost of Tsushima, Archery Challenges are time-trial minigames found throughout Iki Island that test your speed and precision with a bow. When you encounter one of these challenges, you must interact with a bow rack to begin a trial where the goal is to shoot a series of target lanterns as quickly as possible.
Bamboo StrikesBamboo Strikes are optional mini-games found throughout the world of Ghost of Tsushima that challenge your speed and memory. Each strike features a small wooden stand with bamboo stalks, and interacting with it triggers a rhythm-based sequence where you must press a specific series of controller buttons in rapid succession. Successfully slicing through all the bamboo in one clean motion provides a permanent upgrade to Jin's Resolve.
Duels Dye MerchantsVendors from whom you can purchase dyes to change the color of your equipment.
FarmsteadsThe farmsteads will become Mongol territories after the Act 1 of the game is completed. To liberate them, you must rescue the hostages before they are killed by the Mongols.
Fox Dens / Inari ShrinesAfter you find a fox den, follow the fox. It'll take you to an Inari shrine. Honor the shrine to complete the fox den. Praying at Inari shrines opens up more charm slots. Once all slots are unlocked, praying at the shrines increases charm power. There are 49 Inari shrines in total.
HaikuThere are 19 Haiku in total. Each haiku rewards a new headband. 16 of them can be found by exploring the island and three additional ones can be written while doing the tales: "Ghosts From the Past" (main tale), "The Proud Do Not Endure" (side tale), The Tale of Lord Shimura (main tale).
Hidden AltarsHidden altars do not look like typical altars or shrines. They are different types of places, marked with a plate as in the picture below, where you have to bow (wipe down on the touchpad). When you do it correctly you should notice some environmental effect nearby, e.g. fish jumping out of the water, swarm of butterflies, bird will come, etc. You need to find 10 such places on Tsushima Island to get the "Honor the Unseen" trophy.
Hot SpringsAfter the first use of each of the hot springs, your maximum health will increase by a minor amount. There are 18 hot springs spread across the island - 9 of them are in Izuhara, 6 are in Toyotama and 3 are in Kamiagata.
LighthousesThere are 8 lighthouses in total. Climb to the top of the lighthouse and ignite the lighthouse fire. Once all the lighthouses are lit, you will unlock the "Light the Way" trophy.
LocationsNotable places located on the islands.
Main Tales Memories of Your FatherThese are five memories of your youth when you and your father first visited the island of Iki. You have to watch the first four memories first and then the last one activates. After completing all the memories you will unlock the "Elegy of Kazumasa" trophy.
Mongol ArtifactsThere are 50 Mongol Artifacts in total in Ghost of Tsushima. They can be found in their forts, encampments, and dwellings across the island. 17 of them can be found in Izuhara, 17 in Toyotama and 16 in Kamiagata.
Mongol Territories Mythic Tales Other Pillars of HonorThere are 23 Pillars of Honor in total. Collect Sword Kits from these pillars to customize the appearance of your blades.
Quest-relatedThe places you must visit while completing the tales available in the game.
RecordsThere are 40 Records in total. You can't miss any of the records. If you've already destroyed the enemy outpost, you can still find them there, only in another place.
Records of IkiThere are 25 Records of Iki in total. You can't miss any of the records.
Sakai Clan BannersSakai Clan Banners are a type of collectible found throughout the Iki Island expansion in Ghost of Tsushima. These banners represent the legacy of Jin's father, Lord Kazumasa Sakai. There are 30 Sakai Clan Banners in total. Finding and collecting them serves as a way to unlock new cosmetic rewards for Jin's horse.
Sashimono BannersThere are 80 Sashimono Banners in total. Some of them you will get by liberating Mongolian outposts, others can be found by exploring the isle. By collecting banners, you'll unlock more saddles for your horse. You can pick them up by visiting the Sashimono Banners Monk.
Shinto ShrinesThere are 16 Shinto shrines in total. Shinto shrines contain charms and wax wood. Shinto shrines are places where you have to find your way to the peak where the shrine is located. This will require jumping, climbing and in a few cases it will be necessary to use a grappling hook that you can get by doing "The Iron Hook" quest. When you find and honor all 16 shrines, you will receive the Favor of the Kami trophy.
Side Tales Singing CricketsThere are 20 singing crickets' cages spread across Tsushima Island. 10 of them are in Izuhara, 7 in Toyotama and 3 in Kamiagata. Finding singing crickets unlocks new flute songs which let you change the weather at any time.
Survivor CampsIn Ghost of Tsushima, Survivor Camps are safe, non-combat locations scattered across the open world where displaced civilians have taken refuge during the Mongol invasion. These camps act as service hubs where players can find Merchants and Trappers - NPCs who sell goods, dyes, and materials and help manage your inventory and upgrades.
Unwritten TalesUnwritten Tales are secret, unmarked side quests found exclusively in the Iki Island expansion of Ghost of Tsushima. Unlike standard missions, these do not appear on your world map, are not tracked in your quest journal, and do not provide waypoints to follow. They are short narrative encounters that require you to pay close attention to the environment and NPCs to complete.
Vanity GearA warrior's presence and bearing can have a big impact on allies and foes alike.
Wind ShrinesThree shrines located on Iki Island. At each of them you will find a scroll containing a riddle. To solve each riddle, you need to wear certain armour and perform a certain action. When you solve the riddle, you'll be granted unique armour parts / cosmetics.