>>96525623
I also prefer the option of a Yokai introducing them to each other. By himself Itsurō has near no means of figuring out who the other two are in a timely manner. It also does fit nicely with the vibe of them being basically pawns or thralls even if they don't admit it.
I can already hear the Yokai going "I'm putting together a team" as he brings the Humanity Lost sellouts together.