Among the many collectibles in Ghost of Tsushima, the Singing Crickets are some of the most rewarding to find. Not only do they unlock new songs for Jin’s flute, allowing you to control the weather, but they also contribute to unlocking a trophy. In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about Singing Crickets, including their locations, how to use them, and the benefits they provide.

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1. What Are Singing Crickets and Why Find Them?

Singing Crickets are collectibles hidden throughout the cemeteries of Tsushima. Collecting them unlocks new songs for Jin’s flute, each of which can change the weather. There are 20 Singing Crickets in total, and for every five collected, a new song is unlocked:

• The Sun’s Warm Embrace: Makes the weather sunny.
• The Lament of the Storm: Brings stormy weather.
• The Shadows in the Fog: Creates foggy weather.
• A Chorus of Raindrops: Summons rain.

Collecting all 20 is also essential for unlocking the Dirge of the Fallen Forge trophy.

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2. How to Find Singing Crickets

• Cemeteries: Crickets are always found in cages within cemeteries.
• Traveler’s Attire: Equip this armor to reveal undiscovered crickets on the map using the Guiding Wind.
• Guiding Wind: Set it to lead you to undiscovered crickets via the Map menu.

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3. Izuhara Region Singing Crickets (10 Locations)

1. Azamo Bay (Northwest): In a cemetery by a tall column.
2. Fallen Outpost (South): Edge of a cemetery.
3. Takuzudama Cemetery: On a cliff edge.
4. Komatsu Forge (East): On a hill overlooking the forge.
5. Golden Temple (Southeast): In a cemetery near Kuta Farm.
6. Ogawa Dojo (South): Beneath a large tree by a bench.
7. Yoichi’s Crossroads: At the edge of the cemetery.
8. Yagata Farmstead (North): Upper area by a tree.
9. Komoda Town (Southwest): Lower section of the cemetery.
10. Takeshiki Farmstead (East): Small hill in a cemetery.

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4. Toyotama Region Singing Crickets (7 Locations)

11. Lonely Forest Clearing: On a hill with stairs.
12. Yarikawa Stronghold (North): Cemetery by a stone bridge.
13. Turtle Rock Shrine: Near stairs down the mountain.
14. Serene Forest: On a bench by a tree.
15. Mountainside Ruins: Middle of a cemetery.
16. Riverside Farm: Lower section of the cemetery.
17. Fort Koyasan (North): Bottom of a stone wall.

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5. Kamiagata Region Singing Crickets (3 Locations)

18. Guardian’s Ridge: Middle of a cemetery.
19. Jogaku Temple (Northwest): By a road in the cemetery.
20. General Dogshin’s Camp (East): Upper section near a stone wall.

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6. How to Use Singing Crickets to Change Weather

• Go to the Gear tab > Accessories > Songs.
• Equip a song and swipe left on the touchpad to play.
• Weather will gradually change based on the song selected.

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7. Unlocking the Dirge of the Fallen Forge Trophy

• Location: Taka’s Grave, east of Yarikawa Stronghold.
• Song: Play Lament of the Storm.
• Trophy Unlock: This act unlocks the trophy.

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Conclusion

By following this guide, you’ll not only unlock all the songs for Jin’s flute but also earn the Dirge of the Fallen Forgetrophy. Finding these Singing Crickets adds a unique layer to exploration in Ghost of Tsushima, making it a rewarding task for completionists.