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Ryoma Sakamoto is a significant character inRise Of The Roninbecause he’s your first acquaintance in the game. Mr. Sakamoto makes an indelible first impression with his lighthearted personality, undeniable charm, and adaptation of Western fashion. His mastery of the Hokushin Itto-ryu combat style makes him an invaluable ally, which you’ll quickly discover as you take down bandits together upon meeting.
Bonding with Ryoma is easy if you put in the time. Getting your hands on whatever Western luxuries and hard liquors you can is essential. Taking Ryoma with you on Ronin Missions and assisting him in Bond Missions is equally crucial. Lastly, you can train with him in the Dojo to form a bond worthy of brothers in arms.
Updated July 02, 2025, by Chris Sanfilippo:Our latest update adds new details from Chapter 3: The Dawn Of A New Japan. This chapter includes two new Bond Missions for Ryoma. Plus, we discovered how to romance Ryoma (yes, it is possible)! Other quality-of-life improvements were also made, including a new location table and additions to the longhouse accessory list.
Where Can I Find Ryoma Sakamoto?
Ryoma Sakamoto is a member of the anti-shogunate faction, which means you’ll find him at theSakura Inn in Bashamichi, Yokohama,during Chapter 1. During Chapter 1’s conclusion, you’ll reside with him and the other anti-shogunate expulsionists atSaihoji Temple in Edo.
There is a brief period at the beginning of Chapter 2 when Ryoma stays at theChoshu Clan Villa in Azabu, Edo. Once he decides to reform the shogunate later in Chapter 2, you’ll be able to find him atKaishu Katsu’s Estate in Akasaka, Edo.
Ryoma changes headquarters again in Chapter 3, residing at theChoshu Clan Kyoto Estate in Sanjo, Kyoto,withShinsaku Takasugi,Kogoro Katsura, and others.
Chapter 2 (Edo) [before Kaishu Katsu alliance]
Chapter 2 (Edo) [Kaishu Katsu alliance]
Choshu Clan Kyoto Estate - Sanjo
How Can I Get Ryoma To Visit My Longhouse?
You can compel Ryoma to visit your longhouse byredecorating via the Remodel menu. Place the following accessories on your display shelf:
Raises the visit frequency for people who likeforeign confections
Raises the visit frequency for people who likeWestern things
Raises the visit frequency for people who likecosmetics and fashion
Raises the visit frequency for people who likelight alcohol drinks
What Gifts Does Ryoma Sakamoto Like?
Ryoma Sakamoto is a man of refined taste who embraces foreign culture more than his anti-shogunate peers. His interests includehard liquor,Western confectionaries, andWestern fashion. Some great gift ideas for Ryoma include:
You can purchase gifts fromTradersand Black Marketeers.Additionally, you can receive gift items viaenemy drops, mission rewards, cat concierge missions, and pilgrim dog voyages.
How Else Can I Bond With Ryoma Sakamoto?
Like several of Rise Of The Ronin’s characters, you canraise your Bond Level with Ryoma Sakamoto through combat, whether alongside him on a mission or against him at the Dojo.
The Training Dojo
TheTraining Dojois a facility where youcompete in exhibition matches against allies. Successfully defeating your challenger willstrengthen your bond and award you notable prizes. Here are the details of Ryoma’s challenge:
Ryoma’s Bond Missions
Bond Missionsaresub-missions with stories focused on your ally.Completing them strengthens your bond with the allied character. You can unlock more Bond Missions by progressing through the main story. Here are Ryoma’s Bond Missions that we’ve found so far:
Can I Romance Ryoma Sakamoto?
There are a handful of characters from whom you may not be able to earn Favour early in the game, but theirFavour becomes unlockable later. Ryoma Sakamoto is one such character. You’ll unlock his Favour following aheart-to-heart the morning after the violent conclusion of The Fire Attack mission.
you’re able to fill Ryoma’s Favour gauge andstill not gain the ability to form a Veiled Vowwith him. There are several story beats you must complete first before a Veiled Vow is possible.
The opportunity to romance Ryoma will finally arrive after youcomplete The Last Shogun ronin mission.Talk to Ryoma after the mission and choose"It would be nice to go outside for a while"from the dialogue tree.
You’ll be delighted with this romance if you’ve crushed on Ryoma throughout your playthrough. You’ll unlock anamusing conversation about his body hair(it’s a long story). In addition, you’ll also get to watch asteamy cutscenebetween the two of you.
What Are Ryoma Sakamoto’s Bond Bonuses?
You’ll receive several rewards from bonding with Ryoma. However, the most significant benefit is learning andmastering the Hokushin Itto-ryu combat style. Ryoma’s Bond Bonuses include the following:
