Now that we are fully into the Ichiban-led era of Like A Dragon, after establishing the game as a turn-based RPG in 2020’s Yakuza: Like A Dragon, RGG Studio has added even more characters to fight alongside in its sequel. In fact, there are a good number of Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth party members both returning and new, each with their own storylines, Drink Links, and bonds to increase as you grow closer to them over the course of the Like A Dragon Infinite Wealth chapters.

In this guide you can find a detailed overview of each of the party members, covering everything you will need to know as you make your way through Infinite Wealth’s behemoth story.

Ichiban Kasuga¶

Ichiban Kasuga is the main protagonist of Like A Dragon Infinite Wealth. He is a loveable, loyal, and steadfast man who wears his heart on his sleeve, caring for those around him. While this has led to victories, it can often get him into a lot of trouble or in situations that aren’t easy to get himself out of.

In Infinite Wealth, we find Ichiban working at Hello Work in Japan trying to earn an honest living and helping former Yakuza members find employment. However, events lead to him falling on hard times, and ends up on a personal journey to Hawaii to find his mother. However, upon arriving what he went for isn’t as easy to find as he hoped and Ichiban finds himself making enemies fast - as he ends up embroiled in gang wars and meeting some familiar and new faces.

Ichiban’s available jobs are the Action Star, Aquanaut, Breaker, Chef, Desperado, Freelancer, Hero, Host, Linebacker, Pyrodancer, Sujimancer, and Samurai.

Kazuma Kiryu¶

The original protagonist of the series, “The Dragon of Dojima” himself, is back for what might be his final ride in Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth. The beloved hero finds himself with just months to live after being diagnosed with cancer. Weakened by the illness, Kiryu teams up with Kasuga to help him on his quest. At the same time, he is given a mission by the Daidoji: to find a woman named Akane Kishida in Hawaii.

However, after faking his death, a local Japanese-American Yakuza thug, Yutaka Yamai, is surprised to see The Dragon of Dojima and pursues him and Kasuga through Hawaii.

Kiryu’s available jobs are Action Star, Aquanaut, Breaker, Chef, Desperado, Dragon of Dojima, Host, Linebacker, Pyrodancer, and Samurai.

Eric Tomizawa¶

A local taxi driver in Hawaii, Eric Tomizawa is one of the first people Kasuga meets after getting off the plane. However, he ends up sticking around for longer than Kasuga thought, teaming up with the loveable protagonist and aiding him and Kiryu on their shared quests.

Tomizawa’s available jobs are Action Star, Aquanaut, Breaker, Cabbie, Chef, Desperado, Host, Linebacker, Pyrodancer, and Samurai.

Chitose Fujinomiya¶

Chitose Fujinomiya doesn’t start as a friend of Kasuga, but before long she finds herself by his side fighting with him against Yamai, Hawaii’s thugs: the Barracudas, and anyone that gets in Ichiban’s way as he seeks to find his mother. She is a member of a wealthy Japanese family who will do anything immoral or sketchy to get what she wants.

Chitose’s available jobs are Geodancer, Heiress, Housekeeper, Idol, Kunoichi, Night Queen, and Tennis Ace.

Koichi Adachi¶

Adachi finds himself joining Ichiban on his Hawaiian vacation in the main story. After the events of Yakuza: Like A Dragon, he finds himself much like Ichiban - not in the best spot. As such he decides to venture across the Pacific Ocean and spend some time in the sun.

Adachi’s available jobs are Action Star, Aquanaut, Breaker, Chef, Desperado, Detective, Host, Linebacker, Pyrodancer, and Samurai.

Yu Nanba¶

Joining Adachi on his vacation is Yu Nanba. Originally homeless on the streets of Japan, Nanba has done well for himself and is now one of Ichiban’s closest friends.

Nanba’s available jobs are Action Star, Aquanaut, Breaker, Chef, Desperado, Homeless Guy, Host, Linebacker, Pyrodancer, and Samurai.

Saeko Mukoda¶

After making her debut in Yakuza: Like A Dragon, Saeko returns to Kiryu’s side to help him out later in the game. However, Kiryu wishes to grow closer with Saeko and that doesn’t exactly work out great for him initially.

Saeko’s available jobs are Barmaid, Geodancer, Housekeeper, Idol, Kunoichi, Night Queen, and Tennis Ace.

Seonhee¶

After playing a supporting role in Yakuza: Like A Dragon, Seonhee is playable in Like A Dragon Infinite Wealth. She doesn’t become available till somewhat late in the game.

Seonhee’s available jobs are Assassin, Geodancer, Housekeeper, Idol, Kunoichi, Night Queen, and Tennis Ace.

Tianyou Zhao¶

Zhao returns as a playable character here, with his variety of attacks and moves that will mean he has a huge impact on fights, especially those with tough enemies. You will need to play a good chunk of the game to have him in your party, however.

Zhao’s available jobs are Action Star, Aquanaut, Breaker, Chef, Desperado, Host, Linebacker, Mafia, Pyrodancer, and Samurai.

Joongi Han¶

Joongi’s available jobs are Action Star, Aquanaut, Breaker, Chef, Desperado, Hitman, Host, Linebacker, Pyrodancer, and Samurai.

Excelling in fist-fighting, Joongi returns to Kiryu’s side pretty late in Like A Dragon Infinite Wealth. However, he will be a huge help as you wrap up the chapters of the game and move into the endgame.

How to unlock all party members in Like A Dragon Infinite Wealth¶

Like previous games in the series, you can’t miss any party members as they all naturally filter in and out of your party throughout the story,

Each party member is unlocked in these chapters during Like A Dragon Infinite Wealth:

- Ichiban Kasuga - unlocked in chapter 1
- Koichi Adachi - unlocked in chapter 1 and in chapter 7
- Nanba - unlocked in chapter 1 and in chapter 7
- Kazuma Kiryu - unlocked in chapter 3
- Eric Tomizawa - unlocked in chapter 3
- Chitose - unlocked in chapter 4
- Seonhee - unlocked in chapter 8
- Saeko - unlocked in chapter 8
- Tianyou Zhao - unlocked in chapter 10
- Joongi Han - unlocked in chapter 10 and chapter 13

How to unlock Ichiban Kasuga¶

The main protagonist of Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, you’ll directly control him most of the game, up to chapter 8 when the party splits into a Hawaii team and a Japan team. You must be especially cautious with Ichiban in battle as if he is defeated, you’ll lose the fight entirely!

How to unlock Koichi Adachi¶

Adachi joins (along with Nanba) near the end of chapter 1, just before you head to the Seiryu Clan HQ. He’ll stay with Ichiban until chapter 2 when Ichiban leaves for Hawaii. Adachi and Nanba will both rejoin the party in chapter 7 after they meet up with Ichiban in Hawaii.

How to unlock Nanba¶

Like Adachi, Nanba will join Ichiban in chapter 1, before you go pay a visit to the Seiryu Clan HQ. Nanba stays behind in Yokohama when Ichiban flies to Hawaii in chapter 2 but will later rejoin the party in Chapter 7. Unlike Adachi, Nanba will leave the party during the transition between chapter 7 and chapter 8.

How to unlock Kiryu¶

The primary protagonist of the Yakuza series (not including Yakuza: Like a Dragon), he is available at the start of chapter 3 and remains with Ichiban in Hawaii until the end of chapter 6. After this, he leaves the party during the transition in chapter 7, before later returning in chapter 8.

How to unlock Eric Tomizawa¶

While Ichiban and Tomizawa initially get off on the wrong foot, after you visit Akane’s house for the second time, circumstances will see them teaming up against a mutual antagonist. After this, Tomizawa becomes Ichiban’s most steadfast ally in Hawaii from chapter 3 onwards (at least until the cavalry arrives in the form of Nanba and Adachi in chapter 7).

How to unlock Chitose¶

Like Tomizawa, Ichiban and Chitose have a contentious first encounter. Eventually, you’ll be tasked with pursuing the elusive Chitose into District Five, an area with a recommended level of 13. During the story dungeon in District Five, you’ll encounter Chitose, who subsequently joins the party (technically she doesn’t officially join until the start of chapter 5, but you control her in chapter 4), and she’ll stick around for quite a while thereafter, becoming a key component in team Hawaii.

How to unlock Seonhee¶

Although Seonhee appeared in Yakuza: Like a Dragon, she apparently never felt compelled to get her hands dirty in support of Ichiban’s crusade. She’ll unlock in chapter 8 with the newly formed Japan team. If you did a bit of grinding back in Hawaii, she may be somewhat underpowered compared to other characters. Therefore, you’ll certainly need to play catchup with leveling her up, alongside Saeko.

How to unlock Saeko¶

Another returning face from the first game, Saeko is content to remain an NPC at the beginning of the game. Upon returning to Japan, Saeko will unlock in Chapter 8 in Yokohama. You’ll end up recruiting Saeko after you complete the batting minigame.

How to unlock Tianyou Zhao¶

Tianyou Zhao will join the Japan team in chapter 10 as the story really picks up. He will be a key ally in dealing damage as enemies get much harder on the streets of Japan.

How to unlock Joongi Han¶

Joongi will join the Japan team in Chapter 10, before reuniting with Ichiban in chapter 13.

That covers all of the party members in the game, their available jobs, and when you can unlock them. Once you get to the final act of the game you will be able to freely switch between everyone on this list.