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

In *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*, players step into the swashbuckling world of Goro Majima, Captain of the Goro Pirates. As you navigate the high seas, recruiting a diverse crew is crucial to your success. Here’s a detailed guide on how to secure the services of Kraken-Chan and enlist Surfer Jay into your pirate ranks.

How to Recruit Surfer Jay in Pirate Yakuza

Surfer Jay, a promising recruit located in Honolulu, boasts base stats that surpass those of many early-game characters. However, his recruitment process is a bit more involved, requiring some strategic sailing. You can approach this recruitment in any order, but starting with a trip to Madlantis to fetch the crucial item is advisable.

Once you dock at Madlantis, head towards the tent opposite the Madlantis Golf Range, home to some of the most enjoyable mini-games in *Pirate Yakuza*. Inside, you'll find a claw machine known as the UFO Catcher Game. Your target here is a blue plush toy called Kraken-Chan, which Surfer Jay is particularly fond of. However, Kraken-Chan might not always be available as a prize. If it's not there, speak to the attendant under the tent and request a change of prizes in the UFO machine.

Like real-life claw machines, securing Kraken-Chan can take multiple tries. Ensure you have enough cash before starting. The key is to use the claw to nudge the plush towards the prize slot until it drops in. Once you've claimed Kraken-Chan, board your ship, the Goromaru, and sail back to Honolulu.

Upon reaching Honolulu, you can head to Tropical Coco in the Anaconda Shopping Center via taxi, street surfer, or on foot. Use your mini-map to spot the pirate member symbols with a bandana and sword, which indicate potential recruits. You'll find Surfer Jay in a garage next to his surfboard. Engage him in conversation, and he'll share his emotional struggles related to a recent heartbreak.

As the conversation unfolds, you'll discover that Kraken-Chan is the key to resolving Surfer Jay's relationship issues and convincing him to join the Goro Pirates. When prompted, present the plush to him, and he'll agree to join your crew. While Surfer Jay doesn't offer any standout stats or unique perks as a First Mate or Boarding Squad Leader, his recruitment is essential for completionists and adds depth to your crew's narrative.

And that's how you can successfully find Kraken-Chan and recruit Surfer Jay in *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*.

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