How to Unlock Inazuma in Genshin Impact (Step by Step)

"We've all tried it. Walking to the edge of the Liyue map, equipping Kaeya, and trying to ice bridge across the ocean to Inazuma. Spoiler alert: You get struck by lightning and teleported back. Here is the actual way to get there."

Unlike Mondstadt, Liyue, or Sumeru, you cannot simply walk into Inazuma. The Electro nation is fiercely isolated by the Raiden Shogun's decree, surrounded by an impassable thunderstorm that instantly destroys players attempting to cross the sea illegally.

If you just pulled an Inazuma character like Kamisato Ayaka or Yae Miko, you are probably desperate to reach the islands to farm their ascension materials. In this step-by-step guide, we will break down exactly how to officially unlock Inazuma in Genshin Impact.

The Prerequisites Checklist

Before you can set sail, you must meet some strict story requirements. Inazuma is a mid-game region, meaning brand new accounts cannot rush there immediately.

Requirement Type	Details to Complete	Status
Adventure Rank	Reach Adventure Rank 30.	Mandatory
Archon Quest (Liyue)	Complete Chapter 1: Act 3 "A New Star Approaches".	Mandatory
Archon Quest (Prologue)	Complete Chapter 2: Prologue "Autumn Winds, Scarlet Leaves".	Final Step

Step 1: The Liyue Finale

Your journey actually begins by finishing up your business in Liyue. Ensure you have completely wrapped up the Liyue Archon questline by defeating the final boss (Childe) and saving Liyue Harbor from Osial.

Once "A New Star Approaches" is marked as completed in your quest log, and you hit Adventure Rank 30, the game will automatically give you the prologue quest for Inazuma.

Step 2: Find Beidou and Kazuha

The only way to pierce through the thunderstorm surrounding Inazuma is aboard The Alcor, captained by Beidou.

Talk to AtsukoHead to Liyue Harbor and speak to Atsuko. She is a refugee from Inazuma and will point you toward the Crux Fleet in the Guyun Stone Forest.
Board The AlcorClimb to the top of the Guyun Stone Forest cliffs and glide down to the massive pirate ship. Here, you will officially meet Captain Beidou and Kaedehara Kazuha.

You will need to complete the "Autumn Winds, Scarlet Leaves" questline, which involves participating in Beidou's fighting tournament (The Crux Clash). Once you win the tournament, Beidou will agree to smuggle you into Inazuma.

Step 3: Setting Sail to Ritou

With the tournament won, open your quest menu and select "Setting Sail". Go back to Katheryne in Liyue, and then return to The Alcor.

A beautiful cutscene will play showing Beidou's ship navigating through the ferocious lightning storms of the Dark Sea. When the cutscene ends, you will finally step foot on Inazuma soil in the port town of Ritou.

Warning: You are not free yet! Ritou is heavily guarded. If you try to run out of the port town immediately, guards will teleport you back. You must complete the "Ritou Escape Plan" quest given by Thoma to finally explore the rest of Narukami Island.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I ice bridge to Inazuma using Kaeya?

No! If you try to ice bridge across the ocean to Inazuma, a massive lightning storm will strike you down and teleport you back to Liyue. You must take the ship with Beidou.

2. What Adventure Rank is required for Inazuma?

You must reach Adventure Rank 30 to start the 'Autumn Winds, Scarlet Leaves' Archon Quest, which is the direct prerequisite to sailing to Inazuma.

3. How do I start the Autumn Winds, Scarlet Leaves quest?

After hitting AR 30 and completing the 'A New Star Approaches' quest in Liyue, talk to Atsuko in Liyue Harbor. She will tell you to look for Captain Beidou in the Guyun Stone Forest.

4. How do I get out of Ritou once I arrive in Inazuma?

When you first arrive, you are locked in the starting port of Ritou. To leave, you must complete the 'Ritou Escape Plan' questline given by Thoma, or secure a Travel Permit.

5. Why can't I ascend my Inazuma characters early?

Inazuma characters (like Ayaka or Raiden Shogun) require regional specialties found only in Inazuma. Because the nation is story-locked, you cannot farm their materials until you officially sail there.

Conclusion & Key Takeaways

Unlike the rest of Teyvat, unlocking Inazuma requires strict dedication to the main storyline. Don't waste your time trying to glitch across the ocean!