Kodama Locations in Nioh 3: Complete Guide

Kodamas are adorable green spirits that play a crucial role in Nioh 3. Finding and guiding them to shrines not only enhances your gameplay experience but also unlocks valuable rewards like Kodama Blessings, which boost your performance in battle. In this guide, we’ll cover all Kodama locations and how to make the most of their benefits.

TENRYU RIVER (Warring States) 00:00 – Kodama #1 00:19 – Kodama #2 00:42 – Kodama #3 00:59 – Kodama #4 TOKAIDO (Warring States) 01:17 – Kodama #5 01:30 – Kodama #6 01:58 – Kodama #7 HAMAMATSU (Warring States) 02:11 – Kodama #8 02:29 – Kodama #9 02:53 – Kodama #10 03:11 – Kodama #11 MAISAKA (Warring States) 03:31 – Kodama #12 03:45 – Kodama #13 04:07 – Kodama #14 04:37 – Kodama #15 LAKE SANARU (Warring States) 05:05 – Kodama #16 06:52 – Kodama #17 07:17 – Kodama #18 07:36 – Kodama #19 MIKATAGAHARA (Warring States) 07:56 – Kodama #20 08:19 – Kodama #21 08:38 – Kodama #22 09:00 – Kodama #23 09:18 – Kodama #24 09:53 – Kodama #25 10:14 – Kodama #26 HAMAMATSU HILL (Warring States) 10:32 – Kodama #27 10:46 – Kodama #28 11:15 – Kodama #29 LAKE HAMANA 11:38 – Kodama #30 IINOYA 12:22 – Kodama #31 12:36 – Kodama #32 12:54 – Kodama #33 13:18 – Kodama #34 13:34 – Kodama #35 13:56 – Kodama #36 14:13 – Kodama #37 14:34 – Kodama #38 14:59 – Kodama #39 15:31 – Kodama #40 FUTAMATA ROAD 16:08 – Kodama #41 16:24 – Kodama #42 16:42 – Kodama #43 FUTAMATA 17:00 – Kodama #44 17:19 – Kodama #45 17:37 – Kodama #46 17:53 – Kodama #47 18:13 – Kodama #48 18:29 – Kodama #49 18:51 – Kodama #50 MOUNT KURAMA (Heian) 19:14 – Kodama #51 19:41 – Kodama #52 20:15 – Kodama #53 KAMO VILLAGE (Heian) 20:30 – Kodama #54 20:55 – Kodama #55 FUNAOKAYAMA (Heian) 21:10 – Kodama #56 SAGANO (Heian) 21:29 – Kodama #57 21:54 – Kodama #58 22:14 – Kodama #59 22:32 – Kodama #60 NISHIICHI (Heian) 22:46 – Kodama #61 AWAWA NO TSUJI (Heian) 23:04 – Kodama #62 HACHIJO (Heian) 23:22 – Kodama #63 23:39 – Kodama #64 24:01 – Kodama #65 24:32 – Kodama #66 24:47 – Kodama #67 ROKUHARA (Heian) 25:07 – Kodama #68 25:23 – Kodama #69 25:41 – Kodama #70 SHIMABARA (Bakumatsu) 26:10 – Kodama #71 26:32 – Kodama #72 26:49 – Kodama #73 27:07 – Kodama #74 SHICHIJO (Bakumatsu) 29:09 – Kodama #75 29:25 – Kodama #76 29:47 – Kodama #77 30:07 – Kodama #78 SHIJO (Bakumatsu) 30:31 – Kodama #79 GION 30:46 – Kodama #80 KIYOMIZU (Bakumatsu) 31:05 – Kodama #81 31:26 – Kodama #82 31:44 – Kodama #83 32:00 – Kodama #84 SHIRAKAWA (Bakumatsu) 32:19 – Kodama #85 32:40 – Kodama #86 MIBU (Bakumatsu) 32:59 – Kodama #87 NIJO CASTLE (Bakumatsu) 33:13 – Kodama #88 33:33 – Kodama #89 33:51 – Kodama #90 KYOTO IMPERIAL PALACE (Bakumatsu) 34:24 – Kodama #91 34:49 – Kodama #92

What Are Kodamas in Nioh 3?

Kodamas are small spirits believed to be tree entities brought to life after prolonged contact with human tools. These curious and charming beings often get lost in different parts of the map, and your task is to guide them back to nearby shrines.

Benefits of Finding Kodamas

Extra Elixirs: The more Kodamas you find, the more elixirs you can carry.
Unique Blessings: Once guided to a shrine, you can use Kodama Merits to activate blessings that improve your abilities and item drops.
Exclusive Rewards: Finding all Kodamas in a region can unlock achievements or trophies.

How to Find and Guide Kodamas to Shrines

1. Look in Specific Locations

Kodamas are often found in:

Destroyed shrines: Some are near abandoned shrines.
Enemy bases: Often located next to red chests, but you’ll need to clear out the enemies first.
Hidden areas: Check behind rocks, inside houses, or on accessible rooftops.

2. Interact with Them

Once you spot a Kodama, interact with it to guide it back to the nearest shrine.

3. Avoid Scaring Them

Kodamas will hide if you attack near them. Wait a few seconds for them to resurface so you can interact.

Kodama Blessings and Their Effects

Kodama Merits earned by guiding Kodamas to shrines can be spent on blessings. Here are some of the most useful ones:

Elixir Drop Rate

Increases the rate at which elixirs drop.

Warring States: 4.0%/8.0%/12.0%
Heian: 15.0%/17.5%/20.0%
Bakumatsu: 22.0%/23.5%/25.0%

Medicine Efficacy

Improves the amount of life restored by elixirs.

Warring States: 2.5%/5.0%/7.5%
Heian: 10.0%/11.0%/12.0%
Bakumatsu: 13.0%/14.0%/15.0%

Increased Damage Dealt

Boosts the damage you deal after using an elixir.

Warring States: 1.2%/2.4%/3.0%
Heian: 3.6%/4.2%/4.8%
Bakumatsu: 5.4%/5.7%/6.0%

Kodama Locations in Nioh 3 Regions

Warring States Region

Tenryu River Shrine: Inside a destroyed house in the southeast part of the map.
Enemy Base near Prospect Hill Shrine: North of the shrine; clear out enemies to find it near a red chest.
Hamamatsu Shrine: On a tower near the bridge.

Heian Region

Mount Kurama: Near the Temple Lodgings Shrine, beside a snowy hill.
Kamo Village: On a slope to the south, after defeating a Crucible Wraith.
Horiike of Arashiyama Shrine: On top of a hill to the west of the shrine.

Bakumatsu Region

Futamata Castle: Inside a stable; hit a door to reveal the Kodama.
Imperial Palace: Near a well; hit a rock to release the Kodama.
Kyoto Imperial Palace: On a building roof, accessible via a nearby platform.

Tips for Finding Kodamas

Thorough Exploration: Use an interactive map to plan your routes and ensure you don’t miss any areas.
Clear Enemies First: This allows you to explore safely and find Kodamas near chests or bases.
Upgrade Your Skills: Some Kodamas may require unlocked abilities to access their locations.

FAQs About Kodamas in Nioh 3

1. How many Kodamas are there in total?

There are a total of 92 Kodamas scattered across the game’s regions.

2. What happens if I guide all the Kodamas?

Finding and guiding all Kodamas unlocks exclusive achievements and trophies while significantly improving your blessings.

3. Do Kodamas respawn if I leave them behind?

No, Kodamas remain in their location until you guide them to a shrine.

Finding Kodamas in Nioh 3 not only enhances your gameplay but also rewards you with valuable perks and achievements. With this guide, you’ll be able to locate all Kodamas and make the most of their unique benefits.

Ready to help these adorable green spirits find their way home? Start your journey now and enjoy the rewards!