Unearth the secrets buried deep within the Makino Kurumazuka Kofun, one of the most enigmatic tombs in Assassin’s Creed Shadows. Located in the misty Yawata Plains of Izumi Settsu, this ancient burial mound challenges players to switch to the formidable Yasuke, whose unique strength is key to breaking through explosive barriers and navigating the dark, maze-like tunnels. Master the puzzles, light your path, and claim the legendary rewards hidden within this shadowy fortress.
In this Assassin’s Creed Shadows guide, we’ll show you how to enter Makino Kurumazuka Kofun, alongside a full walkthrough of the dungeon and details about the rewards you get.
How to enter Makino Kurumazuka Kofun
To enter Makino Kurumazuka Kofun in Assassin’s Creed Shadows, you must switch to the character Yasuke, as only he has the strength required to lift and throw the explosive red jars blocking the entrance. The Kofun is located in the Yawata Plains area of the Izumi Settsu region, east of Takatsuki. At the entrance, pick up one of the red explosive jars, carry it down the stairs, place it beside the rubble blocking the path, and then detonate it using Yasuke’s bow or melee attack to clear the way inside. This step is essential to progress through the tomb, which is otherwise inaccessible with other characters like Naoe.
Makino Kurukazuka Kofun is in the Yawata Plains subregion of Izumi Settsu. It’s due east across the river from Takatsuki and north of the Bamboo Cutters Watchtower synchronization point.
Note that you cannot enter Makino Kurumazuka Kofun until you’ve unlocked Yasuke. And you’ll also need to play as Yasuke to complete the Kofun.
To the left of the stairs leading to Makino Kurumazuka’s entrance, you’ll see an explosive barrel, which you can only lift while playing as Yasuke.
Pick it up, bring it down the stairs, place it next to the collapsed boulders at the end of the tunnel, and then use Yasuke’s bow or teppo gun to shoot the barrel. (You can also hit explosive barrels with a melee weapon when standing next to them. Though you’ll take damage, since Makino Kurumazuka isn’t a combat zone, you’ll automatically heal back to full health throughout the dungeon.)
Makino Kurumazuka Kofun walkthrough
The Makino Kurumazuka Kofun in Assassin’s Creed Shadows is a challenging tomb located in the Yawata Plains area of the Izumi Settsu region, east of Takatsuki. To enter and complete this Kofun, you must switch to Yasuke, as only he has the strength to move explosive red jars needed to clear blocked paths. The walkthrough involves carrying these jars to barricades and detonating them to progress through a maze-like, dimly lit network of tunnels. Lighting candles along the way helps with navigation. Successfully completing the Kofun rewards you with the powerful Legendary Bow, Blush of the Earth, which extends the Clear Mind ability duration, making it a valuable early-game weapon.
In the first room, grab the chest on your left, then take the tunnel to your right. Push the giant crate forward, then take the stairs on your right to a tunnel that leads to the next room.
In this room, pull the giant crate back, revealing another tunnel. Follow that tunnel as far as it goes, until you end up going up some stairs and into a room with two explosive barrels on the left and a pile of boulders on the right.
You know what to do.
Once the wall is exploded, go back and grab the second explosive barrel, then bring it up the stairs to your left. At the top of the ledge, you’ll see another cluster of boulders blocking the way to the next room. Place the barrel, blow it up, move into the next tunnel, and go right.
In the next room, you’ll stumble upon a pond with a slate ledge hanging over it. Swim across the pond, then follow the tunnel until it loops around to a room overlooking the room with the pond you were just in.
To your right, behind some crates, you’ll find some explosive barrels (thin arrow in the image above). Grab one, then jump across the gap while holding it and use it to explode the cluster of boulders on the far wall (thick arrow).
In the next tunnel, go left, though note that you’ll need to go prone to fit through the gap. Take that tunnel as far as it goes. When you reach the next room, you’ll see a tightrope, but it’ll snap if you try to walk on it. Either way, drop down, then take the route to your right.
In this room, you’ll find a giant crate. Pull it backward in the room with the tightrope, then move it left so it’s flush with the ledge on the other side. Use it to climb up to the ledge. Follow the stairs and tunnel to the final puzzle of Makino Kurumazuka Kofun.
First, pull out the crates to your left. This will reveal a tunnel. Follow it until it loops around to a small chamber on the right side of the room.
In this chamber, move both boxes right, starting with the right one first. Then grab the explosive barrel and bring it into the main part of the room, but don’t do anything with it yet! Set it on the ground in a safe spot where you won’t accidentally blow it up.
Move the boxes so they’re situated like the image above. Then hop along the stairs, boxes, and bamboo shelf to reach the far side. At the far side, you’ll need to throw the barrel across the gap before jumping across (Yasuke can’t jump this gap while holding it). But once you use it to explode another pile of boulders, you’ll be able to follow the tunnel that’s revealed to a chamber with reward of Makino Kurumazuka Kofun.
Makino Kurumazuka rewards
Completing the Makino Kurumazuka Kofun in Assassin’s Creed Shadows rewards players with a knowledge point, 1,000 XP, and the Blush of the Earth legendary bow. This powerful bow, which can be equipped by the character Yasuke, enhances his Clear Mind ability by extending the slow-motion aiming effect by an additional five seconds, making it a valuable asset for ranged combat. The Kofun itself is a challenging, dimly lit maze that requires careful navigation and the unique strength of Yasuke to progress, but the rewards make the effort worthwhile for players seeking to boost their arsenal and abilities.
For completing Makino Kurumazuka Kofun, you’ll get a knowledge point, 1,000 XP, and the Blush of the Earth legendary bow, a weapon that can be equipped by Yasuke. Its perk extends the Clear Mind ability – which slows down time for 10 second when aiming a bow – by an additional five seconds.
What secrets does the Makino Kurumazuka Kofun hide inside its dark tunnels
The Makino Kurumazuka Kofun conceals a labyrinth of dark, maze-like tunnels filled with heavy barricades, caved-in doors, and large movable obstacles that can only be cleared by the unique strength of Yasuke, the character capable of carrying explosive barrels to blast through blockades. Inside, players must light candles to navigate the pitch-black corridors and solve puzzles involving moving crates and throwing explosive barrels to clear paths. The tomb culminates in a hidden chamber containing a large legendary chest with a powerful bow tailored to Yasuke’s level. Along the way, players encounter flooded passages, stairs leading to new chambers, and multiple barricades requiring strategic use of explosive barrels to progress deeper into the ancient burial mound.
What ancient mysteries are concealed within the dark tunnels of Makino Kurumazuka Kofun
The dark tunnels of Makino Kurumazuka Kofun in Assassin’s Creed Shadows conceal ancient mysteries steeped in the Kofun period’s enigmatic burial traditions. This keyhole-shaped tomb, dating back to the late 4th century, is shrouded in darkness and maze-like passages that challenge players to uncover its secrets using Yasuke’s unique strength. Inside, the tomb hides a network of blocked corridors, flooded chambers, and intricate puzzles involving explosive barrels and movable crates, all designed to guard the legendary chest containing rare and powerful gear. The tomb’s interior, never excavated historically, holds the aura of an untouched ancient burial site, with clay sculptures and relics hinting at its cultural significance. Navigating these tunnels reveals not only physical obstacles but also the silent story of a long-lost era, preserved beneath layers of stone and shadow.
