The Ultimate Guide: Unwrapping Hifumi's Top 13 Gifts in Persona 5 Royal

Persona 5 Royal undoubtedly stands out as one of the most remarkable anime-game releases of the past decade. With its expanded storyline, innovative mechanics, and introduction of new characters, it offers an alluring experience. Moreover, this enhanced version of the Phantom Thieves' adventure also presents numerous fresh activities to engage in.

For aficionados of JRPGs, romance holds immense appeal in Persona 5 Royal. With the opportunity to form romantic relationships with any of the ten ladies available, players have an abundance of choices. Among Joker's potential love interests is the brilliant chess prodigy, Hifumi Togo. Not only does she serve as Joker's Star Confidant, granting him access to a wide range of combat tactics such as escape maneuvers, character swapping, and doubling money, but she also exudes a captivating persona. However, it is worth exploring her character further by offering her gifts, even though she is not eligible to join the Party.

Updated July 4th, 2023 by Jacob Buchalter: Unfortunately, Hifumi Toga doesn't receive much attention in Persona 5 Royal or Persona 5 Strikers, and there is no new content specifically focused on her. However, there is a possibility that this might change in Persona 5 Tactica. Despite the lack of new content related to Hifumi, she remains a popular choice for many players as a Confidant and/or Romance option. To help strengthen your relationship with her, here are some items to consider, listed from the least to the greatest impact on increasing her Confidant Rank.

13 Chocolate Truffles

Item Name	Location Found	Cost	Boost to Confidant
Chocolate Truffles	Taisho Store Premium Supermarket (Shibuya Underground Mall)	2800 Yen	+2 Confidant Points

Let's start things off with a surprise... Hifumi's favorite treat happens to be chocolates. While most of the stereotypically 'romantic' gifts such as a Flower Basket, Rose Bouquet, or Heart Necklace don't really captivate Hifumi's interest, she appears to have a slight fondness for Truffles. Luckily, these delectable Chocolate Truffles can be found among the array of choices that Joker can make while exploring Shibuya's Underground Mall.

12 Mochi Cushion

Item Name	Location Found	Cost	Boost to Confidant
Mochi Cushion	General Store Mran Mran (Shinjuku)	6500 Yen	+2 Confidant Points

Isn't a Mochi-shaped Cushion simply a circular pillow? Nonetheless, this particular Mochi Cushion is marketed towards the 'busy businessperson', as stated in the item description. And who better fits this description than Hifumi Togo? Hifumi is always engrossed in practicing Shogi, striving to maintain her impressive winning streak. However, there is more to her story than one might anticipate.

11 Dragon Sword Keychain

Item Name	Location Found	Cost	Boost to Confidant
Dragon Sword Keychain	Otaku Goods Shop (Akihabara)	500 Yen	+2 Confidant Points

10 Custard Cake

Finding an affordable gift for Joker's beloved lady in Persona 5 Royal doesn't have to break the bank. When it comes to Hifumi, practical and inexpensive gifts tend to make a bigger impact, as she values the thought behind the gift rather than its price. It's interesting how Persona 5 differentiates itself from other RPGs by requiring players to manage their budget to keep everyone satisfied. Nonetheless, those who wish to enhance their relationship with the Star Confidant without spending a fortune can consider getting the Dragon Sword Keychain, a cost-effective option.

Item Name	Location Found	Cost	Boost to Confidant
Custard Cake	Supermarket (Shibuya)	1500 Yen	+2 Confidant Points

9 Uji Matcha Flan

It is possible that Hifumi has a fondness for sweets, evident by her enthusiastic reception of the Custard Cake and the Chocolate Truffles, even though other gifts with a similar theme might not have the same effect on her. However, let's be honest, who doesn't enjoy indulging in some sweets every now and then?

Item Name	Location Found	Cost	Boost to Confidant
Uji Matcha Flan	Taisho Store Premium Supermarket (Shibuya Underground Mall)	2400 Yen	+2 Confidant Points

As if players didn't already spend enough time in the Underground Mall instead of the JRPG sections of the game, there are even more delectable Gifts available for Hifumi down here, like the Uji Matcha Flan. Interestingly, most of the Gifts that elicit a reaction from Hifumi can be purchased in this area, allowing players to conveniently stock up on all their Gifts beforehand.

8 Glass Vase

Item Name	Location Found	Cost	Boost to Confidant
Glass Vase	High Sense Japanese Sundries (Shibuya Underground Mall)	3200 Yen	+2 Confidant Points

While practical gifts are nice, decorations are another excellent option for romance options in Persona 5 Royal. If you find the idea of helping decorate this Shogi protege's room appealing, then consider getting the Glass Vase. Surprisingly, it's not a full-sized Glass Vase as one would expect, but rather a colorful palm-sized flower vase. It's quite interesting how this is not something players would likely assume that Hifumi likes.

7 Book Cover

Item Name	Location Found	Cost	Boost to Confidant
Book Cover	High Sense Panaese Sundries (Shibuya Underground Mall)	3000 Yen	+2 Confidant Points

As both a brilliant Shogi Player and an industrious student, Hifumi dedicates ample time to immersing herself in books. According to Yusuke, she tends to be introverted and unsurprisingly fills her spare moments with the company of a captivating book. A Book Cover is an excellent present option for her, and the best part is that it's also quite affordable.

6 Rakugo Collection

Item Name	Location Found	Cost	Boost to Confidant
Rakugo Collection	Babel Records Music Store (Shibuya Underground Mall)	3000 Yen	+3 Confidant Points

Rakugo, a performance art adored by intellectuals around the world, bears a resemblance to classical theater. It comes as no surprise that Hifumi, in her pursuit of maintaining her image as a flawless Shogi professional, feigns interest in this art form. With its serene and captivating content, this collection of well-known Rakugo performances serves as an ideal gift idea for Joker to seize.

5 Black Mug

Item Name	Location Found	Cost	Boost to Confidant
Black Mug	General Store Mran Mran (Shinjuku)	1800 Yen	+3 Confidant Points

4 Incense Set

A simple mug may appear uninteresting initially, however, for the perfect individual, it can hold significant value. By selecting the Black Mug in Shinjuku as a practical gift, it conveys Joker's heartfelt concern for his companion both in their shared activities and outside of them. Interestingly, it appears that black is the favored color for 'her'.

Item Name	Location Found	Cost	Boost to Confidant
Incense Set	Body Chop Cosmetic Store (Shibuya Underground Mall)	3800 Yen	+3 Confidant Points

Sometimes, when one is engrossed in a demanding activity like Shogi, finding solace in a calming fragrance can be immensely beneficial. To aid Hifumi in unwinding, consider acquiring an Incense Set. If only solving Joker's challenges in the expansive virtual realm were as simple, the Phantom Thieves would have a considerably lighter burden to shoulder.

3 Designer Perfume

Item Name	Location Found	Cost	Boost to Confidant
Designer Perfume	Body Chop Cosmetic Store (Shibuya Underground Mall)	7800 Yen	+3 Confidant Points

The Designer Perfume may seem like an unexpected gift from Hifumi, as it goes against the typical association with her. However, its item description reveals that it is a popular brand known for its gentle scent. Despite her reserved demeanor, Hifumi is known for her compassionate nature in Persona 5 Royal.

2 Fountain Pen

Item Name	Location Found	Cost	Boost to Confidant
Fountain Pen	General Store Mran Mran (Shinjuku)	8000 Yen	+3 Confidant Points

Wow, it seems like the prices of these gifts just keep on rising, don't they? Now, let's take a look at the Fountain Pen, which is yet another perfect gift for the intellectually inclined. As indicated by its item description, this pen is ideal for individuals who enjoy reading, excel academically, and might even utilize it to study their previous Shogi matches in detail.

1 Sakura Fan​​​​​

Item Name	Location Found	Cost	Boost to Confidant
Sakura Fan	High Sense Japanese Sundries (Shibuya Underground Mall)	4800 Yen	+3 Confidant Points

The Sakura Fan should be the last gift that players should consider. Despite its simplicity, this gift may come as a surprise, as most players wouldn't expect Hifumi to have an interest in it. However, this could be attributed to the lack of real-life interaction with Hifumi at a higher Confidant Rank. Nevertheless, this gift significantly boosts Hifumi's Confidant Ranking points, making it a worthwhile investment of Yen.

Persona 5 Royal is available now on PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.