Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma features a total of 81 achievements that touch nearly every facet of gameplay: story progression, farming, romance, village development, combat, and more. This article walks you through how to unlock every achievement, when they become available, and what specific steps or choices are required.
1. Story Progression Achievements
These achievements unlock as you progress through the main storyline. Each represents a pivotal moment in your journey to restore Azuma and revive the seasonal gods.
Rise and Shine
- Complete all introductory quests in Spring Village, starting with Morning Chores where you interact with villagers and sweep leaves. Then proceed to The Dance of Bonds, where you learn to purify Blight by reviving the sacred tree. Finish by completing Planting Seeds, which teaches you to grow and ship Turnips.
Clash of Dragons
- Triggers during the game’s introduction after confronting the Black Dragon and experiencing the first cinematic event.
Ulalaka’s Return
- Revive Ulalaka after a key cutscene. This is part of the Spring Village progression.
The White Dragon’s Transformation
- Complete the quest Repair the Dragon Shrine by gathering 10 Lumber and 5 Magic Lumber from Guardian’s Grove.
Defeating Mezuki
- Occurs in the Abandoned Shrine. Mezuki is weak to water and short swords. Use charged attacks during his animation to trigger time-slow effects. After the fight, Sakaki rewards you with a Practice Bow.
Divine Severance and the Rite of Sacrifice
- Triggered during The Black Dragon and Her Rider quest. Use the Amulet of Sacrifice to determine Subaru or Kaguya’s fate.
The Fated Reunion
- Complete To the Outside World and defeat the Black Dragon.
A Castle in the Sky
- Watch the Dragon’s Tomb take flight during the Why We Fight questline.
Dance of the Sovereign
- Return Mihoshi Habaki’s heart to the heavens in the Earth Dancer quest.
Earth Dancer
- Earn all Seals of Approval through shrine visits and side story resolutions.
2. Sacred Treasure Dance Achievements
Each Sacred Treasure offers a powerful ability and unlocks an achievement upon first use. These are essential for progression, especially in combat and purification.
| Sacred Treasure | Unlock Quest | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Drum | Spring Village (after dragon attack) | Blight cleansing and area utility |
| Sword | Dream Directions | Melee DPS and time-slow synergy |
| Fan | Mikoshi Hunt | Area crowd control and spirit regen |
| Parasol | Wolves and Winter Gods | Mobility and multi-target hits |
| Mask | Open the Demon Gate! | Reveals hidden Oni paths and buffs |
| Staff | The God of the Heavens in Hiding | Magical AoE and divine trigger damage |
To unlock their dances, simply equip each Sacred Treasure and use its active ability during its associated quest.
3. Romance and Family Achievements
Forming relationships is central to Azuma’s world. You can build bonds, marry one of 15 candidates, and eventually start a family.
Marriage Achievements (All Candidates)
- Requirements: Bond Level 10 + Completion of each candidate’s personal questline
- Unique triggers (examples):
- Gift Herb Tea daily to Iroha and complete A Prayer for the Future
- Attend A Moonlit Party with Kanata
- Complete The Oni God Restored for Kai
| Character Examples |
|---|
| Murasame, Mauro, Kai, Fubuki, Kurama, Ikaruga, Ulalaka, Iroha, Matsuri, Kanata, Hina, Clarice, Subaru/Kaguya |
Related Achievements
- Blushing Beauty – Start a romantic relationship (Bond Level 7)
- The Fruit of Our Love – Upgrade your home twice, then wait 14 in-game days post-marriage to trigger the child event
- Bonds Everlasting – Marry your childhood friend (Subaru or Kaguya)
4. Village Life & Economy Achievements
This section covers your contributions to community growth and financial progress.
Farming
Complete Cooking 101 by cooking Onigiri after learning the recipe from Iroha. To unlock A Prosperous Village, ship your first crops—Turnips are a great starting point.
Crafting
To complete The Hidden Power of Equipment, visit the Blacksmith with 3 Iron and 1 Magic Crystal. Equip a Magatama, received during Winter Village Revived 1, to unlock that achievement.
Requests & Management
Use the Request Board after rescuing Takumi to complete your first ema plaque request for The Village Problem Solver. Finish a personal character request like Ulalaka’s Woes to unlock The Village Counselor.
Economy & Progression
Reach a fortune of 1,000,000G to unlock This Oughta Brighten Things Up. Hitting Level 50 and Level 100 earns Aiming High and Aiming Even Higher, respectively.
Relaxation & Utilities
To unlock Getting Away From It All, visit a Hot Spring or Bathhouse in Summer Village. Begin fishing by acquiring your rod from Watarase in Winter Village for Time to Fish.
5. Monster Bonding and Party Achievements
You’ll unlock your first monster bonding achievement, I’m Not Scared! Nope! Not Me!, by using a Plum Branch to tame a monster—defeat it in battle, then offer a gift it likes. Once tamed, you can ride it in open-world zones to trigger Racing Across the Land. Forming a party with a recruitable character like Iroha or Murasame will unlock It’s Better With Friends.
6. Shrine Memory & God Meeting Achievements
These achievements are tied to divine lore and unlocking the full Earth Dancer role.
- The Astral Shrine 1–4 – Visit shrines with Murasame, Mauro, Hina, and Pilika
- The First to Seventh Meetings of the Gods – Participate in council events triggered by major quests
- Divine Glory Forevermore – Answer Mihoshi Habaki’s final request in late-game
7. Festival & Contest Achievements
Seasonal festivals are a great way to test your farming, cooking, and fishing skills. Many events are hosted by village chiefs and may only occur during specific parts of the in-game year. Winning these contests rewards achievements—so planning ahead with high-quality ingredients and tools is essential.
| Festival | Location | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Harvest Contest | Spring Village | Submit 5-star Turnips |
| Quick Meal Contest | Summer Village | Make Onigiri under time limit |
| Curry Contest | Spring Village | Cook 5x Golden Curry for entry |
| Cooking Contest | Any Village | Win with highest-rated dish |
| Freshwater Fishing Frenzy | Winter Village | Catch Pond Smelt with upgraded rod |
| Saltwater Fish Contest | Summer Village | Reel in rare coastal fish |
| Pond Smelt Catch Contest | Winter Village | Specific to iced-over lake map |
| Squid Catch Contest | Autumn Village | Target squid using lure at night |
Note: Some events like Summer Curry Cook-Off may only occur once per game year.
8. Dream & Seasonal Achievements
To unlock the seasonal dream visit achievements, you must sleep in each of the four villages—Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter—at least once. Additionally, playing through 28 in-game days in each season unlocks The Four Seasons achievement, marking a full in-game year.
Optional Enhancements for Completionists
Achievement Type Tags
| Tag | Activity Type |
|---|---|
| STORY | Main quests |
| TREASURE SKILL | Sacred weapon abilities |
| ROMANCE | Marriage & bonding |
| VILLAGE LIFE | Farming, fishing, crafting |
| COMBAT | Boss fights, monster taming |
| FESTIVAL | Seasonal event contests |
| EXPLORATION | Shrines, secrets |
| ECONOMY | Gold, levels |
| UNIQUE | Dreams, divine choices |
Rarity Tier Labels
| Tier | Label | Player Unlock Rate |
|---|---|---|
| ★ Easy | Story/early game | >80% |
| ★★ Normal | Mid-game systems | 40–80% |
| ★★★ Rare | Contests, bonds | 20–40% |
| ★★★★ Hidden | Optional/dreams | <20% |
| ★★★★★ Mastery | 100% only | <5% |
Final Thoughts
Unlocking all 81 achievements in Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma is a rewarding process that encourages full immersion in everything the game has to offer—from high-stakes combat and deity quests to quiet moments farming turnips or attending a festival. Whether you’re a completionist or simply exploring at your own pace, these achievements serve as milestones in a deeply interconnected world that rewards curiosity and care.
