Sumi-e paintings are one of the most peaceful collectible activities in Ghost of Yotei. At certain scenic spots, Atsu can sit down on a straw mat, smell the Fire Lilies, and create traditional Japanese ink art using the Touchpad. Each completed painting rewards a cosmetic item, and collecting all 15 overworld Sumi-e unlocks the “An Artist’s Eye” trophy.
Although the in-game tracker lists 18 Sumi-e paintings, three of them are tied to story or side quests. You only need the 15 open-world paintings for the trophy. None of them are missable, and you can complete them in free-roam after finishing the main story.
How Sumi-E Paintings Work
When you approach a Sumi-e location, it’s marked by a mat where you can sit and paint. The outlines of the picture will appear on screen, and you swipe the Touchpad in the indicated direction to complete it. Once finished, the painting is added to your Gallery at home, and you’ll also earn a piece of vanity gear such as a headband, hat, or mask.
All Sumi-E Painting Locations
The 15 collectible paintings are spread across six regions of Ezo. Below, we’ll walk through each one in order.
Yotei Grasslands (4 Locations)
The Grasslands are where you’ll first encounter Sumi-e, with four paintings to find:
- Plum Crane Sumi-e – Found east of your home, on a rocky islet in a small lake along the Shikotsu River.
Reward: Headband of Loss - Chasing Frogs Sumi-e – Located near Lake Jozan, northwest of Outcrop Homestead, on a ridge overlooking a cave.
Reward: Hat of Youth - Careful Pincers Sumi-e – On the southern coast where the river meets the sea, just west of the Coastal Duelling Tree.
Reward: Hat of Curiosity - Mount Yotei Sumi-e – On the road to the Tokachi Range, near the Nupur Rest Spot and Blooming Ridge Shrine gate.
Reward: Headband of Yotei
Ishikari Plain (3 Locations)
Three paintings can be found in this wide, coastal region:
- Crashing Waves Sumi-e – On Otaru Beach, west of the Coastal Cave.
Reward: Headband of Defiance - Defiant Roots Sumi-e – Between the Rumoi River and Masked Man’s Quarry, in the middle of a purple flower field.
Reward: Headband of Fortitude - Chatting Crows Sumi-e – East of the Abandoned Fishing Camp, beside a small waterfall near Nakagoya Spring.
Reward: Hat of Messengers
Tokachi Range (2 Locations)
Mountain marshes and open skies hide two more Sumi-e:
- Free Skies Sumi-e – Between Saito Encampment near Yubari Lake and the Ohara Plains, in a clearing among white trees.
Reward: Mask of Freedom - Season’s Colours Sumi-e – In the Tomamu Marshlands, on dry land opposite a waterfall and near an Altar of Reflection.
Reward: Headband of the Seasons
Nayoro Wilds (2 Locations)
The Wilds contain two tranquil painting spots:
- Drying Bark Sumi-e – Overlooking Iwor Woods at the southeastern edge of the map.
Reward: Headband of Tranquility - Peaceful Kotan Sumi-e – South of the entry path, before Niptay Mountain. Use climbing grips to reach the ridge.
Reward: Mask of Community
Teshio Ridge (2 Locations)
Snowy ridges conceal another pair of paintings:
- Howling Pack Sumi-e – Near Sentinel Forest, on a raised ridge south of the Enduring Hold Shrine.
Reward: Headband of the Wild - Frozen Moment Sumi-e – Along the Teshio River, just west of the Black Dye House.
Reward: Mask of Slumber
Oshima Coast (2 Locations)
The final region has two coastal masterpieces:
- Lost Flight Sumi-e – In the Atago Rice Fields, near the Atago Bamboo Strike on a raised hill.
Reward: Mask of Remembrance - Imperial Sakura Sumi-e – Inside Matsumae Castle’s gardens, overlooking a serene water feature.
Reward: Hat of Refinement
Quest-Related Sumi-E (Not Required for Trophy)
- Sensei Tale: The Way of the Yari (story-locked)
- Side Tale: Memories of Home (two automatically painted scenes)
These are part of narrative moments and do not count toward the “An Artist’s Eye” trophy.
Rewards for Collecting All Sumi-E
Each Sumi-e painting rewards Atsu with a vanity item—headbands, hats, or masks. While these gear pieces provide no gameplay buffs, they add to customization options. Completing all 15 overworld paintings grants the “An Artist’s Eye” trophy and fills your personal Gallery with every scenic artwork.
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The Sumi-e paintings in Ghost of Yotei strike a balance between collectible hunting and quiet reflection. They’re more than just checkboxes on a completion list—they showcase the game’s beautiful landscapes through Atsu’s eyes. With this guide, you’ll have no trouble tracking down all 15 and unlocking your final piece of artistic mastery. Play Now!
