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How To Get Kraken-Chan and Recruit Surfer Jay in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii

Author : Emery Update : Mar 21,2025

Embark on a swashbuckling adventure as Goro Majima, Captain of the Goro Pirates, in *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*. Building your crew is key, and this guide will help you recruit the unique Surfer Jay.

Recruiting Surfer Jay: A Step-by-Step Guide

Surfer Jay in Pirate Yakuza

Surfer Jay, a powerful recruit found in Honolulu, boasts impressive base stats compared to earlier crew members. However, his recruitment involves a quest for a specific item: Kraken-Chan.

First, set sail for Madlantis. There, you'll find a UFO Catcher claw machine near the Madlantis Golf Range. Your target: a blue Kraken-Chan plush. Note: Kraken-Chan isn't always available; if not, ask the attendant to change the prizes.

Kraken-Chan plush needed to recruit Surfer Jay in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii

Winning Kraken-Chan might take several tries—stock up on cash! Use strategic claw movements to nudge the plush into the prize slot. Once obtained, return to Honolulu.

Locate Surfer Jay at Tropical Coco in the Anaconda Shopping Center. Use the mini-map to find pirate recruit symbols (bandana and sword) for easy identification. He'll be near a garage, next to his surfboard.

Speak to Jay; his conversation will reveal his romantic woes. Gift him Kraken-Chan, and he'll happily join your crew! While he doesn't have unique perks as First Mate or Boarding Squad Leader, recruiting him is essential for completionists.

Conclusion

This guide detailed how to acquire Kraken-Chan and recruit Surfer Jay in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii. Good luck, Captain!

Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.