Key Items in Nioh 3 are special, non-consumable Items that serve unique purposes tied to progression and game mechanics. Unlike regular loot, they are not expended upon use and cannot be equipped as gear. Nioh 3 Key Items are primarily used to unlock areas, open pathways, activate systems, or trigger specific events, and are often required to advance the main story or access optional content.
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Demon God Mask" |
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An ancient text on forging weapons. It describes the technique for making the Kanemitsu Switchglaive. |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Woman's Face Mask." |
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An ancient text on forging weapons. It describes the technique for making the "Rusty Hoe." |
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Pray at a shrine or Bodhisattva Statue with 4 in your possession to increase Samurai Skill capacity by 1. A memorandum written by a samurai. |
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Pray at a shrine or Bodhisattva Statue with 4 in your possession to increase skill capacity by l. A memorandum written by a warrior. |
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A bronze mirror received from li Naotora. An ancient ritual object that is said to show the holder the path forward. It is cracked, and much of its power has been lost. |
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A curative pill made by a man for his ill wife. Despite his best efforts, the uneven mix of powder betrays the creator's inexperience. |
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Key to the main hall of a vandalized shrine in Hamamatsu. Dripping with some kind of blood. The leader of bandits occupying the shrine had it in their possession. |
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Pray at a shrine or Bodhisattva Statue with 4 in your possession to increase Ninja Skill capacity by 1. A memorandum written by a ninja. |
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A key dropped by a yokai roaming a Hamamatsu settlement. Given its plain design and thick layer of soot, it likely opens the door to a small dwelling. |
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A teardrop-shaped crystal shrouded in a strange atmosphere. Sudama consider these to be rare treasures with an addicting scent and are fond of collecting them. Likewise, they can be traded with Sudama in exchange for precious goods. |
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A furball, or kemari, made from Scampuss fur. Fluffy and soft, it tempts you to pet it. Giving one of these may be their way of showing friendship. |
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A small ceramic cup for drinking sake. Using it to make an offering at a shrine will summon a visitor. When the visitor arrives, the cup will disappear. |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Training Robe." |
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A lock of hair from a master ninja who fell in battle, it is used to obtain 1 Ninja Point. Since ancient times the hair of the deceased was said to harbor mystical powers that grant strength and protection to those who keep it on their person. |
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A lock of hair from a master samurai who fell in battle, it is used to obtain 1 Samurai Point. Since ancient times the hair of the deceased was said to harbor mystical powers that grant strength and protection to those who keep it on their person. |
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A grubby, severely scratched iron key dropped by yokai in Funaokayama. Yoshitsune says it can be used to open a door ahead. |
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A talisman received from Minamoto no Yoshitsune, imbued with the power to cleanse corrupted barriers. |
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Can be traded with Matsunaga Hisahide. The chance of obtaining equipment with higher rarity levels will increase in proportion to the number of Records you trade. Valor Records are written accounts of your successes on the battlefield, and they determine the type of rewards awarded to you. They can be obtained via "Expeditions" and "Become a Visitor. " |
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A portrait of Takeda Shingen, painted as though possessed by Hasegawa Nobuharu. The exquisite work hints at hidden anxieties and doubt within that powerful exterior. A fitting depiction for the Tiger of Kai. |
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A white, porcelain bottle marked with the diamonds of the Takeda crest. Filled with fragrant, sacred sake. What was Takeda Shingen praying for in the middle of a battle, in that shrine deep within the caves of Saigagake? |
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A heavy fan, known as a gunbai, that belonged to Takeda Shingen. Despite having endured many battles against countless mighty warriors, its color has not faded at all. The golden Takeda family crest adorning it bears a large slash. |
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A wooden figurine that belonged to Baba Nobuharu. The small but mighty figure of Wisdom King Acala is painted in brightly colored lacquer. Nobuharu held it close to his body at all times as a good luck charm on the battlefield. |
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Key to an abandoned shrine near the Futamata tea fields. Despite the sorry state of the shrine, the priest never fails to perform daily services. |
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Key to a temple. situated in the hills of Hamamatsu. Although it has connections to the Ii Clan, the temple receives no Visitors and is said to be haunted by yokai. |
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Key held by a ninja in an abandoned Iinoya temple. The key's string is soaked with blood. It may be of use in reaching their hideout. |
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Key to a three-story pagoda on the grounds of a temple located in Iinoya that has been consumed by the Crucible. Not even temples blessed with the Buddha's protection can escape the scourge of the Crucible. |
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Keys held by a soldier in Horie Castle. One cannot help but wonder how many criminals were imprisoned with these keys. But Horie Castle has been overtaken by yokai, and now there is no way of knowing. |
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A picture scroll enshrined at Toji Temple in Heian-Kyo, depicring innumerable spirits wandering the city streets. The depiction is so lifelike that one cannot help but feel as though they are being sucked into the artwork. |
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A sword that was stored in the palace. The broad side of the blade boasts an intricate pattern. Its design combines both strength and elegance, and its very presence seems to ward against ill fortune. This may be the famed blade the blacksmith is seeking. so I'd best deliver it. |
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A key dropped by an Onryoki atop the bridge over Katsura River. Despite the delicate design, the key is grimy and faded. It seems to have been used at the temple southwest of the bridge. |
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A scroll found by the calm waters beneath Gojo Bridge. Something is scrawled here, though it appears to be but a portion of the whole. Gathering the rest of the scroll may reveal its meaning. |
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A scroll found nestled in a nook in Awawa no Tsuji. Something is scrawled here, though it appears to be but a portion of the whole. Gathering the rest of the scroll may reveal its meaning. |
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A scroll left in a building near Yasaka Shrine. Something is scrawled here, though it appears to be but a portion of the whole. Gathering the rest of the scroll may reveal its meaning. |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "White Fox Mask." |
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An ancient text on forging weapons. It describes the technique for making the "Yamanba's Knives." |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Hairy Caterpillar Helmet" |
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An ancient text on forging weapons. It describes the technique for making the "Demon Cutter" |
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An ancient text on forging weapons. It describes the technique for making the "Demon Arm Cestuses" |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Brave Demon Hunter's Armor" set. |
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Allows you to craft "Fragrant Wood" at the blacksmith. A tome that describes the crafting process. |
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Allows you to craft "Salt" at the blacksmith. A tome that describes the crafting process. |
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Allows you to craft "Saisetsu-shin's Sake" at the blacksmith. A tome that describes the crafting process. |
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Allows you to craft "Poisonous Smoke Ball" at the blacksmith. A tome that describes the crafting process. |
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Allows you to craft "Paralytic Smoke Ball" at the blacksmith. A tome that describes the crafting process. |
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Allows you to craft "Smoke Ball" at the blacksmith. A tome that describes the crafting process. |
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Allows you to craft "Tiger-Running Amulet" at the blacksmith. A tome that describes the crafting process. |
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Allows you to craft "Waterproof Amulet" at the blacksmith. A tome that describes the crafting process. |
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Allows you to craft "Lightningproof Amulet" at the blacksmith. A tome that describes the crafting process. |
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Allows you to craft "Windproof Amulet" at the blacksmith. A tome that describes the crafting process. |
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Allows you to craft " Arrowhead Poison" at the blacksmith. A tome that describes the crafting process. |
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Allows you to craft "Arrowhead Gunpowder" at the blacksmith. A tome that describes the crafting process. |
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Allows you to craft "Hyottoko Mask" at the blacksmith. A tome that describes the crafting process. |
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Allows you to craft "Arrowproof Amulet" at the blacksmith. A tome that describes the crafting process. |
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Allows you to craft "Fire Amulet" at the blacksmith. A tome that describes the crafting process. |
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Allows you to craft "Wind Amulet" at the blacksmith. A tome that describes the crafting process. |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Attire of the Exalted" set. |
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An ancient text on forging weapons. It describes the technique for making the "Bandit Leader's Odachi. " |
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My own ink painting of Kusanagi. I made it for an artist who seeks out paintings of rare yokai. When I look at it, I cannot help but be affected by Kusanagi's imposing appearance. I hope that I can grow to be worthy of it as we share our battles. |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Golden Sun Helmet. " |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Raijin Helmet. " |
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Allows you to craft "Lightning Amulet"at the blacksmith. A tome that describes the crafting process. |
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Allows you to craft "Yokai Water Pot"at the blacksmith. A tome that describes the crafting process. |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Night Shade Mask. " |
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An ancient text on forging weapons. It describes the technique for making the "Ippon-Datara's Odachi." |
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Allows you to craft "Yokai Incense"at the blacksmith. A tome that describes the crafting process. |
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Allows you to craft "Poisonous Blade Tincture"at the blacksmith. A tome that describes the crafting process. |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Demon God Mask" |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Heizo's Armor"set. |
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An ancient text on forging weapons. It describes the technique for making the "Fan-Piercing Bow. " |
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An ancient text on forging weapons. It describes the technique for making the "Ibaraki Doji's Odachi. " |
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Allows you to craft "Fireproof Amulet"at the blacksmith. A tome that describes the crafting process. |
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Allows you to craft "Uchiko Powder"at the blacksmith. A tome that describes the crafting process. |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Love-Crested Helmet. " |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Sincere Buddha's Armor"set. |
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An ancient text on forging weapons. It describes the technique for making the "Myojin Scythe. " |
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An ancient text on forging weapons. It describes the technique for making the "Stone Splitter. " |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Trident Vajra Sword Helmet. " |
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Key received from Tatsumaro, who lingers in the Eternal Rift. It's quite old, blackened, and has a somewhat pungent smell. Perhaps it opens a nearby door. |
Candle Dish |
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Mikazuki Munechika (Key Item) |
A sword used as an offering at Matsuo-taisha Shrine. The blade's pattern features captivatingly beautiful crescent shapes, and its shimmer alone seems enough to drive away evil and clear one's clouded thoughts. This may be the famed blade the blacksmith is seeking, so I'd best deliver it. |
Dojikiri Yasutsuna (Key Item) |
A sword left behind in a deserted dojo. Its tip is sharp enough to split hairs, and simply holding it is enough to make one feel like a hero. This may be the famed blade the blacksmith is seeking, so I'd best deliver it. |
Odenta Mitsuyo (Key Item) |
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Craft Guide: Ghostly Gall |
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Yokai Gallstone |
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Kagutsuchi's Magatama |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Coiled Snake Helmet." |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Conch Eboshi." |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Horned Turban Helmet." |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Mount Fuji Helmet." |
Huge Celadon Jar |
A celadon jar found in Nishiichi. Its grand size and imposing figure are quite impressive |
Gorgeous Celadon Tea Bowl |
A gorgeous celadon tea bowl found in Nishiichi. Its clear gaze has shone a beautiful green for many years. |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Wild Boar Crest Helmet." |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Scampuss Hat." |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Mountain Ridge Helmet." |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Curious Crown Helm." |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Dragon Head Helmet." |
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Allows you to craft "Antiparalytic Needle" at the blacksmith. A tome that describes the crafting process. |
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Allows you to craft "Paralytic Blade Tincture" at the blacksmith. A tome that describes the crafting process. |
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Allows you to craft "Antidote" at the blacksmith. A tome that describes the crafting process. |
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Allows you to craft "Arrowhead Paralytic" at the blacksmith. A tome that describes the crafting process. |
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Allows you to craft "Tengu's Fan" at the blacksmith. A tome that describes the crafting process. |
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Allows you to craft "Water Amulet" at the blacksmith. A tome that describes the crafting process. |
White-Green Gemstone |
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Ryoma's Letter |
A document in the possession of Sakamoto Ryoma. Though it was carefully sealed, that seal is now broken. On the cologne-scented paper, these words are written: "With a heart set on reunion as my guidepost, I set out journeying into the pathless world." |
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A key held by Nagakura Shinpachi. According to Takasugi Shinsaku, this is the key to Mibu Temple, base of the Shinsengumi. |
Spirit Stone Box |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Black Bear Fur Helmet." |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Fan-Crested Helmet." |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Chijiko Helmet." |
Ishida's Medicine |
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Azure Water Buttercup |
Blue algae growing in Iinoya. Said to be an ingredient in a panacea. |
Tomato |
The red fruit of a plant that arrived through the South. Said to be beneficial to the spleen. |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Fujin Helmet." |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Kusarigama Master Attire." |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Tengu Mask." |
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Allows you to craft "Herbal Remedy" at the blacksmith. A tome that describes the crafting process. |
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An ancient text on forging armor. It describes the technique for making the "Brother's Vestments." |
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