In *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*, you step into the boots of Goro Majima, Captain of the Goro Pirates, tasked with recruiting a diverse crew on your maritime adventure. Here's how you can secure Kraken-Chan and enlist Surfer Jay into your pirate ranks.

How to Recruit Surfer Jay in Pirate Yakuza

Surfer Jay, a valuable recruit found in Honolulu, boasts higher base stats than many early-game characters. However, acquiring him involves a bit more effort. While the order of recruitment doesn't matter, starting with a trip to Madlantis to fetch the necessary item for Surfer Jay's recruitment is recommended.

Upon docking at Madlantis, head to the tent directly across from the Madlantis Golf Range, where you'll find a claw machine and arcade games. Look for the UFO Catcher Game, which might have the blue plush known as "Kraken-Chan" that Surfer Jay is after. If Kraken-Chan isn't available, speak to the attendant under the tent and request a prize change in the machine.

Just like real-life claw machines, securing Kraken-Chan might take several tries, so ensure you have enough cash. The trick is to nudge the plush towards the slot with the claw until it drops into your inventory. Once you have Kraken-Chan, sail back to Honolulu aboard the Goromaru.

Upon arrival in Honolulu, head to the Anaconda Shopping Center and find Tropical Coco. Use the mini-map to locate the pirate member symbols indicating potential recruits. You'll find Surfer Jay in a garage next to his surfboard. Engage him in conversation, and he'll share his woes about heartbreak and relationships.

As the conversation unfolds, you'll discover that Kraken-Chan is crucial for helping Surfer Jay resolve his relationship issues and join your crew. When prompted, present the plush to him, and he'll become a part of your pirate family, with his base stats revealed. While Surfer Jay doesn't offer unique perks as a First Mate or Boarding Squad Leader, he's essential for completionists looking to recruit every member.

And that's how you obtain 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.