Iwao Hazuki

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Iwao Hazuki was the father of Ryo Hazuki, the main character of a game called Shenmue. In the very first scene, Ryo returns to his home to find a man named Lan Di attacking his father. After revealing that Iwao had killed a man in China whose name was Zhao Sun Ming and acquired both the Dragon an Phoenix Mirrors. Lan Di kills Iwao and gains possession of the Dragon Mirror. This sets the stage for the rest of the game, as well as its sequel, Shenmue II, as Ryo sets out to avenge his father's death.

Not much is known about Iwao but by talking to people, and a few of Ryo's memories, we learn that Iwao constantly trained in the martial arts, eventually going to China to learn more. It appears that he spear-headed the creation of the Hazuki stlye of Karate Jitsu. We also get the impression that he was a calm and serious father; there appears to be nothing to suggest that he would murder a man.

In-Game Appearances

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Shenmue

• • In the opening cutscene: the only time Iwao is seen alive in the current time.
  • At the kitchen table, Ryo remembers eating a meal with his father and learns to appreciate the hard work put in by others so you can be healthy.
  • In Iwao's study, Ryo finds a letter from his father, telling him to live by his convictions.
  • At the cherry tree, Ryo remembers his father training him, teaching him to be centered.
  • In the Dojo, Ryo remembers his father telling him to keep his friends close.