Kasumi Yoshizawa might be a brand new character for Persona 5 Royal, but this sweet gymnast has won the heart of gamers across the world. With her swinging red long ponytail and her athletic nature, is it any wonder?
If players want to max out the social link of the Faith Arcana ‘Violet’ and establish a strong (maybe even romantic) bond with Yoshizawa, gifts are the way to this girl's heart. Despite being a ‘minor’ character, she has a worthwhile relationship plot of her own, which includes full confidant cooperation and romance. Here are the best gifts that players can give her in Persona 5 Royal.
Updated on July 24, 2022, by Ritwik Mitra: Kasuma Yoshizawa is one of the best characters in Persona 5, and it's hard to believe that she was never a part of the base game! Her presence in the story feels pretty natural and shows just how expertly she was woven into the tale by Atlus. She's one of the many characters that Joker can form a bond with or even romance in the game, and here are the gifts that players can give her during certain interactions to improve her perception of the main character.
12 Local Mascot Set
The Local Mascot Set is a pretty effective gift that players can give to any of the female characters in the game. Both Chihaya and Futaba react the most positively to this gift, but that doesn't mean it can't be given to other characters too.
To be more specific, both Ann and Kasumi get a decent number of Confidant points when Joker gives them this gift. Given that Kasumi is from the Faith Arcana, equipping one such Persona while interacting with her will boost these Confidant points even more! Since players need to ensure that her Confidant reaches a certain point before the deadline, using this technique and showering her with gifts is a great way to reach the highest level possible when it comes to her Confidant.
11 Black Mug
The Black Mug is a great gift that gives maximum Confidant points for four of its five intended recipients. Kasumi is the only character who doesn't enjoy the full benefits of this gift, but that doesn't mean it can't be gifted to her at all.
Again, equipping the Faith Arcana is key to getting the maximum boost out of this gift. That being said, the gifts mentioned below are more apt for Kasumi, so perhaps this mug is better off reserved for other characters whom the player might want to level up their Confidant with.
10 Mini Cactus
A mini cactus is probably the best gift players can get any girl, in real life or not, and Kasumi is no different. This adorable little plant is the perfect gift for Kasumi - small, sweet, and cute as anything!
This gift will give players a Unique Reaction if they give this mini cactus to Kasumi, which is a sure-fire way to win her heart. It will offer a +3 Boost to your relationship. So, if Joker ever has a spare 1600 Yen, it would be a good idea for players to head over to the Underground Mall and pick this plant up before it flies off the shelf.
9 Face Beautifier
Yoshizawa takes great pride in her appearance, going to great lengths to maintain her looks. With her long red hair tied into a ponytail and her delicate facial structure, this gift is perfect for this gymnast.
Whilst some girls may balk at the idea of being given a face beautifier as a gift, Yoshizawa is very grateful and even has a unique reaction upon receiving it. This gift will give players a +3 Boost to their social link with the Faith Arcana. It’s one of the pricier +3 gifts available to Joker, but players can’t put a price on happiness. If players find themselves near Akihabara Electronics with 9800 Yen in their pockets, this is a great choice.
8 Rose Bouquet
The epitome of romance, this exquisite bouquet of red roses is one of the best gifts Joker can buy for Violet. Like most girls would be, she is ecstatic to receive such a beautiful gift. After all, who wouldn't want to receive a rich and carefully-curated bouquet full of the most beautiful roses around?
This gorgeous bouquet of flowers offers players a +3 Boost to their relationship with Kasumi. If players really want to wow this gentle gymnast, Joker can find these flowers in Shinjuku at Night for 2400 Yen.
7 Crimson Lipstick
This gorgeous crimson lipstick is the perfect match for Kasumi’s iconic flashing red hair. This gift is one of the most thoughtful presents that Joker can give to Kasumi. With a +3 Boost to her social link with the protagonist, swinging by the Underground Mall to pick this up is a good idea.
Later Aracana ranks can take a while to progress, so it is in the player's best interest to invest in these +3 Boost gifts. For 6000 Yen, this beautiful shade of lipstick is a great gift, and easy on the budget too.
6 Heart Ring
If Kasumi has stolen a player's heart, they must achieve the True Ending of Persona 5 Royal to romance her. This involves investing in other Confidants throughout the game. Players must reach at least rank 8 in Goro Acketchi’s Justice Arcana and rank 9 in Takuto Maruki's Councillor Arcana.
What better way to show that this lovable gymnast has stolen your heart than by buying her one to wear? If players are looking to add a romantic twist to the Senpai/Mentor relationship, the Heart Ring from Tsurukame Diamond in the Underground Mall is dreamy.
It’s a steep price tag at 88000 Yen, but this beautiful piece of jewelry can kickstart a player's romantic relationship with Kasumi and will, unsurprisingly, give a +3 boost to your relationship.
5 Designer Perfume
After a long day of gymnastics practice, what could be a better way to encourage Kasumi to indulge in a little bit of self-care than some beautiful designer perfume? Make her feel like a million Yen for a lot less (7800 Yen). It offers a +3 Boost to her social link and can be found in the Underground Mall, so it’s another strong choice if gift-giving is your love language.
Best of all, it’s a very loving way to tell her that her sweaty gym clothes probably are… less than pleasant smelling. Yuck.
4 Sakura Fan
This pretty Sakura Fan is perfect for cooling Kasumi down after a particularly strenuous gymnastics practice, or just for chilling out on a warm summer day. This pretty pink gift is perfect for helping Kasumi keep her cool when Joker is flirting with her. It might even help boost her self-esteem - who wouldn’t feel elegant walking around with such a beautiful gift from their beloved?
For 4800 Yen, this gift is a perfectly reasonable and thoughtful idea. It will give a +2 Boost to her social link. So if Joker finds himself in the Underground Mall, this is yet another great option.
3 All-purpose Vitamins
Kasumi is a notable fan favorite for her cheerful, elegant disposition and her hardworking, friendly nature. With a Shujin scholarship under her belt, she has a habit of working herself far too hard to prove herself, especially to her mentor Joker.
Joker can give her these All-Purpose Vitamins to make sure she is looking after herself. Kasumi certainly seems to appreciate the gesture - this gift will net Joker a +2 Boost to their relationship. It’s probably best to stay clear of Takemi’s back-alley practice for medicine though. These all-purpose vitamins can be found in Shibuya for the low price of 4500 Yen.
2 Star Mirror
This cute little star mirror is the perfect gift for the star student. If Kasumi ever feels the need to touch up her fiery hair or her crimson lipstick at a moment's notice, this gift will be a saving grace. It’s small enough to fit in her pocket at school, meaning that players will never find her slipping.
If players want to get this adorable gift for Kasumi, they can find it in Shinjuku for 4000 Yen. It offers players a +2 Boost to their social link with the Faith Arcana. All in all, it's a great gift that players should definitely purchase if they want to max out Kasumi's Confidant as much as they can before the deadline.
1 Flower Basket
Is a whole bouquet of red roses a little too much commitment for a 15-year-old? This cute flower basket is the next best thing.
Similarly, if players are only looking to max out this social link and not pursue a romantic relationship with Kasumi, a flower basket offers a +2 Boost for 2400 Yen. That's the same price as the rose bouquet. It can be found in Shinjuku at Night.
Persona 5 is available now for PS3 and PS4.