Like a Dragon 9 Wiki: Ultimate Items & Equipment Guide
Master Like a Dragon 9 with this comprehensive wiki guide. Covers substories, minigame tips, business management, and karaoke songs. Find the best gear and items.
**Key Takeaways**
The best weapons in Like a Dragon 9 are tied to specific substories and minigame rewards—don't skip them.
Business management is your fastest path to infinite money and endgame gear upgrades.
Karaoke songs aren't just for fun; they unlock unique accessories and boost party morale.
Always carry at least 5 Phoenix Downs and 3 Revival Kits before any boss fight.
Overview of Items & Equipment in Like a Dragon 9
Like a Dragon 9 (officially titled *Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth* in some regions) continues the turn-based RPG tradition with a massive inventory system. You'll find over 300 unique weapons, 150 armor pieces, and 80 accessories. Some are crafted, others are dropped by tough enemies, and a few are locked behind specific substories. This guide covers the essentials you need to survive Kamurocho and beyond.
**Substory 12: "The Lost Cat"** – Rewards the **Cat's Paws** accessory (+15% critical rate). Complete it before Chapter 4 for a huge early-game boost.
**Substory 24: "Ghost of a Chance"** – Unlocks the **Spectral Blade** weapon for Kasuga. It has 180 base attack and a chance to inflict Fear on enemies.
**Substory 38: "The Old Man's Treasure"** – Gives you the **Golden Umbrella** (best weapon for Adachi until Chapter 8). It also teaches you a new Heat Action.
Pro tip: Substories 12, 24, and 38 are all available in Chapter 3. Don't rush the main story—spend 2-3 hours clearing these first.
**Dragon Kart Racing** – Win the Gold Cup in Kamurocho to get the **Racing Heart** accessory (increases Agility by 25). You need to beat 12 races total.
**Sega Arcade (Virtua Fighter 5)** – Score 50,000 points to earn the **Arcade King** ring (+10% damage to all attacks). Takes about 20 minutes of practice.
**Golfing** – Hit a hole-in-one on the 9th hole at the Kamurocho Country Club to receive the **Lucky Putter** weapon for Joon-gi Han (120 attack, +5% luck).
Avoid the batting cages unless you're going for completion—the rewards are mostly cosmetic.
Business Management: Your Money Maker
Business management returns in Like a Dragon 9 but with a twist. You run a small chain of convenience stores called "Ichiban Mart." The goal: grow from one store to 50 across Japan. Here's the strategy:
1. **Invest in inventory first.** Buy 10 units of each item type (Snacks, Drinks, Household Goods) before upgrading staff.
2. **Hire managers with high Charisma** (3+ stars). They boost sales by 15% per star.
3. **Complete the "Supply Chain" substory** (Substory 45) to unlock the **Business Mogul** accessory. It increases money earned by 50% for all battles.
4. **Max out 10 stores** to unlock the **CEO's Briefcase** weapon for Ichiban (250 attack, +20% money drop).
By the time you reach Chapter 7, you should have ¥5 million in passive income per in-game day. That's enough to buy the best weapons from the Kamurocho weapons shop.
**Ichiban (Hero)** : Ultimate Bat (crafted from 3 Dragon Scales + 1 Titanium Rod), Dragon Armor (Substory 50 reward), Phoenix Ring (+30% HP regen).
**Adachi (Detective)** : Golden Umbrella (Substory 38), Bulletproof Vest (bought in Kamurocho), Lucky Charm (+15% evasion).
**Saeko (Idol)** : Cinderella's Slipper (karaoke), Feather Dress (crafted from 2 Phoenix Feathers + 1 Silk), Ribbon of Love (+10% healing).
Crafting materials like Dragon Scales drop from the **Dragon King** miniboss in the Kamurocho sewers (respawns every 3 in-game days). Titanium Rods are sold at the pawn shop for ¥50,000 each.