Like a Dragon Gaiden allows players to build relationships with FMV women in the two clubs across Sotenbori, resulting in a special romantic scene. Kokoro works in Castle Cabaret and can be romanced, but you must earn a 3-star affection rating with her in order to experience it.
To achieve a 3-Star rating with the 5 FMV girls available to be romanced in Like a Dragon Gaiden, you must select the dialogue choices that yield the highest level of affection. Kokoro is looking for an older man who looks like a gorilla and can match her ambition, so these are the best dialogue choices for building Affection with Kokoro:
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0-Star Affection Options
First Encounter – [Opening Question]
“Hey there, I’m Kokoro!”
- I’m sure I will.
- Make me feel at home.
- I don’t really have time to be having fun.
The best choice here is: I’m sure I will.
Kids
“Do you like kids?”
- Too noisy.
- Kids are great!
- I like you more.
The best choice here is: Kids are great!.
Mahjong, Anyone?
“Have you ever played Mahjong”
- Heh, wanna try me?
- How about strip mahjong?
- Never.
The best choice here is: Heh, wanna try me?.
Romantic Interests
“What’s your type?”
- Why gorillas?
- You like gorilla-like men?
- I like gorilla-like women.
The best choice here is: You like gorilla-like men?
Physique
“How did you get so fit?”
- Alcohol and cigarettes.
- Early to bed, early to rise.
- I fight thugs.
The best choice here is: I fight thugs.
Makeup
“I don’t usually wear makeup”
- Looks like it’s doing your skin good.
- Even here?
- I’d love to see you au naturel.
The best choice here is: Looks like it’s doing your skin good.
Getting Drunk
“I’m a chatterbox when I’m drunk…”
- I’m all ears.
- You talk a lot when you’re sober, too
- You look sexier when you’re drunk.
The best choice here is: You look sexier when you’re drunk.
Marriage
“Interested in marriage?”
- There’s no way on earth that’s happening.
- There’s more to love than marriage.
- I might consider one with you.
The best choice here is: I might consider one with you.
Biggest Accomplishment – [Affection Upgrade]
“What is your greatest accomplishment?”
- Bringing down a certain organization with my fists.
- Rising to the top and then leaving it all behind.
- It’s still to come.
The best choice here is: It’s still to come.
1-Star Affection Options
You can see the dialogue choices below after reaching a 1-star affection rating with Kokoro in Castle Cabaret. Here are the best answers:
Hobbies – [Opening Question]
“I have so many interests.”
- How do you find the time?
- You’re an actress?
- I thought mahjong was your hobby?
The best choice here is: How do you find the time?
The Perfect Relationship
“What’s the perfect relationship?”
- Having the same sense of humor is important.
- You make a good point.
- I’m sorry but that’s laughable
The best choice here is: You make a good point.
Yakuman on East One.
“I dealt into a dealer yakuman in east one, and immediately zeroed out.”
- What sorcery did you just utter?
- I’m a huge fan of Yakkoman sauce too.
- I’ve done the opposite before.
The best choice here is: I’ve done the opposite before.
Moving House
“I think it might be time to move!”
- I have room at my condo.
- I can help you move.
- I can help you make space where you’re at.
The best choice here is: I can help you make space where you’re at.
Your Dreams
“What are your dreams?”
- A trip around the world.
- Be waited upon by beautiful women.
- A stable life is best.
The best choice here is: A trip around the world.
Age
“How old are you?”
- 51.
- 21.
- That’s a secret.
The best choice here is: 51.
Opinion on Me?
“What do you think of me?”
- You know what I think.
- I’m not particularly interested.
- I’m not into older women.
The best choice here is: I’m not particularly interested.
Spice It Up!
“Let’s kick things up a notch!”
- Yeah! Let’s have a blast tonight!
- Let’s take this someplace more private, baby!
- I think I’m gonna puke! Hnnnggg!
The best choice here is: Yeah! Let’s have a blast tonight!
Saving Up – [Affection Upgrade]
“I’m saving up for my dreams.”
- You probably shouldn’t say that in front of customers.
- Then I’ll be sure to ask for you every time!
- Hollywood actress—those are some big plans.
The best choice here is: Then I’ll be sure to ask for you every time!
2-Star Affection Options
To progress and have more conversations with Kokoro in Castle Cabaret, you must have answered the 1-Star questions correctly to earn a 2-Star Affection rating. Therefore, here are the answers to the final set of questions:
I Need a Clone – [Opening Question]
“I can’t help but wish there were two of me…”
- I feel the same way sometimes.
- One of you would just be sitting around.
- I’ll take the other one.
The best choice here is: I feel the same way sometimes.
Birthday Present
“Any recommendations for a present?”
- A pair of shoes.
- An accessory.
- A katana.
The best choice here is: An accessory.
Domestic Bliss…
“I wish I had a sweetheart husband waiting at home…”
- With a delicious home-cooked meal ready?
- Your husband will be another responsibility to take care of.
- I wouldn’t mind waiting for you.
The best choice here is: With a delicious home-cooked meal ready?
Public Relations
“How should I deal with people?”
- I can be your manager
- Give them a clear “No.”
- Secretly record them.
The best choice here is: Secretly record them.
Overwhelmed
“Sometimes, work consumes my whole life.”
- Make an effort to clear out time.
- I’d like to support you if I can.
- I’d get to cheat all I want.
The best choice here is: I’d like to support you if I can.
Gorilla
“You remind me of a gorilla!”
- I’m a long way off compared to a real gorilla.
- What does? My face? Muscles?
- Ooo ooo ooo! Ooo! Ooo!
The best choice here is: I’m a long way off compared to a real gorilla.
Fun Together
“Wanna have some fun?”
- Maybe a game of tag?
- Let’s play some mahjong.
- How about we play doctor?
The best choice here is: Let’s play some mahjong.
Feeling Tense
“I haven’t had a massage in a while…”
- I can give you one.
- Zen meditation works wonders too.
- I could do with one myself.
The best choice here is: I could do with one myself.
Frugality – [Affection Upgrade]
“Maybe I should give up on something.”
- That’s realistic
- Take a break and think about it.
- Don’t give up. Go for what you want!
The best choice here is: Don’t give up. Go for what you want! Or Take a break and think about it.
After this… – Final Date
After reaching three hearts of affection with Kokoro, you will receive a special video where you spend time with them and she cooks you dinner. Here is the final video for Kokoro.
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That’s everything you need to know to romance Kokoro at Castle Cabaret in Like a Dragon Gaiden. It’s important to note that romancing Kokoro is part of the Castle VIP trophy and is required for Platinum. For more guides like this one, make sure to check out our Game Hub.