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Kasumi’s confidant is easily themost unique confidantinPersona 5 Royalas it requires a specific set of instructions to rank up fully. She represents the Faith Arcana and her social link is divided into two parts.
Even though Kasumi is one of the first characters you will meet, her confidant is going to be one of the last ones you will finish. The first half of her social link is also mandatory to finish if you want to unlock extra story content.

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Therefore, here, I will provide everything you needto ensure that you do not miss out on the extra story content of Persona 5 Royaland finish all the confidant ranks of Kasumi Yoshizawa as quickly as possible.

Kasumi Confidant Skills
As you increase the Kasumi’s confidant ranks in Persona 5 Royal, you will occasionally unlock new skills. These skills include both passive abilities and new game mechanics.
For me, theChaines Hook skill is a game changeras it makes starting encounters in palaces way more fluid.

The list of all the skills you can unlock in this social link is given below:
Description
Allows you to avoid being surrounded by enemies in Palaces.
Chaines Hook
Allows you to ambush from a distance by attacking with the grappling hook.
Chance to perform a follow-up attack if Joker’s attack does not down the enemy.

Harisen Recovery
Chance to cure status ailments inflicted upon party members.
Chance to withstand an otherwise fatal attack with 1 HP remaining.
Chance to shield Joker from an otherwise fatal attack.
Second Awakening
Transforms Persona into a mythological trickster (Vanadis)
Kasumi Confidant Overview
Kasumi is one of the characters with whom you’re able to enter into a romantic relationship. Of course, you will have to reach rank 9 first.
If you have already started the social link, you may be confused right now because the confidant only has 5 ranks. The rest of the ranks will unlock later on, but you have tofinish rank 5 before December 2022.

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I will personally recommend reachingKasumi’s confidant rank 5as quickly as possibleand prioritizing this social link over others in Persona 5 Royal.
Alongside maxing outMaruki’sandAkechi’sconfidant, maxing Kasumi’s social link is also mandatory to unlock thesecret Royal arcat the end of the game. Therest of the five ranks will be available to level up after 13th January.
As for actually ranking up the social link, you will need to choose the right dialogue to gain affection points. A specific number of affection points are required to be eligible for the next confidant rank.
You will need aFaith Arcana personato gain the most amount of affection points while ranking up the social link.
As for availability, Kasumi doesn’t have specific days when she is available, so you have tokeep an eye on your phone and respond to her message whenever she has the time to go outwith you.
When she is available,you will find her at Kichijoji. For some extra affection points between ranks, some of the bestgiftsyou can give to Kasumi areMini Cactus, Designer Perfume, and Crimson Lipstick.
Even though Kasumi is one of the first people Joker meets in Shibuya. The two of you are formally introduced to each other on 30th May during one of your school events.
Thisinteraction is part of the story,so you don’t have to worry about missing it.
For this rank, you may choose whichever dialogue you want.
As Kasumi grows closer to you, she shares how she is unable to get better nowadays and feels like she is stuck in a slump.
The best dialogue options you can pick for this social link are:
It’s all about the harmony between the internal and external oblique muscles… I can’t get enough of it!
“We’re just getting started.” +2
“Go easy on me.” +0
“I’m so done with this.” +2
I’m actually not doing so great at the moment, so I’m not sure I could manage anything too strenuous.
“Next time, then.” +2
“You doing okay?” +0
“Lucky for me…” +0
The idea’s not to stop doing gymnastics, just… she wants me to take a break.
“I see.” +0
“So now…?” +0
Even if we’re not doing gymnastics, will you still keep going out with me!?
“No problem.” +0
“You sure?” +0
“Uh, romantically?” +0
If I stick with you, Senpai, I think I can learn how to be confident again!
“Leave it to me.” +0
“Let’s give it a try.” +0
“Then follow my lead.” +0
Then my stomach wouldn’t stop growling in my meeting.
“Impressive.” +2
“Gotta push through it.” +0
“You did eat eventually, right?” +0
In this Persona 5 Royal confidant rank, Kasumi shares that she knows how to cook food and asks you to taste-test it.
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Despite it not having a taste at all, I will recommend biting your tongue and staying supportive.
And I figured something out! It’s this!
“Making bento?” +3
“Potluck parties?” +0
“This” being…?" +0
Do you want it?
“I’m touched!” +2
“It looks delicious.” +2
“Let’s see if it’s good…” +0
Let’s dig in!
“Is that all for you?” +3
“That seems a little much.” +2
“What IS that?” +0
You okay? Your eyes are glazing over…
“This tastes like…” +0
“It’s definitely unique.” +2
“It’s… greeaaat…” +0
Or, wait-maybe you prefer the super spicy ones!
“Not exactly.” +0
“Is there a third option?” +0
Should I get mayonnaise? Soy sauce…? Maybe miso? Do you think Dr. Maruki will have some salt!?
“Calm down.” +0
“You’re going to get it now?” +0
Oh, you’re right! I should just buy something new you may eat right now!
“This works fine as it is.” +0
“I’m enjoying this.” +0
“Let’s just eat.” +0
I thought it was so great when I presented it to you, and now…
“You could try again sometime?” +3
“It happens.” +3
“Just keep at it.” +3
…Maybe this kind of confidence can help me figure out who I really am.
“That sounds right.” +0
“Maybe…” +0
Kasumi invites you out to help her choose a new pair of glasses for her father.
Here, you try out different types of shades and simply enjoy a good time together.
I’ve been wanting to come here for a while, but I never had the chance to drop by.
“You have bad eyesight?” +0
“You’re looking to buy?” +2
“I have enough glasses.” +0
You look so cool! What do you think?
“A pretty modern look.” +3
“Not my style.” +0
“I look so aloof in these.” +2
This could be a good one… Hmm…
“Do they suit your dad, though?” +0
“I’m not so sure…” +0
But your input’s been really helpful so far! Would you mind poking around with me for a bit longer?
“Of course.” +2
“Let’s keep going.” +2
“Sure, whatever.” +0
A lot of them are good, but none of them have really clinched it for me yet…
“Trust your instincts.” +0
“Don’t overthink it.” +0
I don’t know how to describe it. It just seems perfect for my dad somehow.
“Good choice.” +2
“I’m sure he’ll love it.” +0
I ended up with a great present. All thanks to you.
“It’s part of our deal.” +0
“Not a problem at all.” +0
“I expect compensation.” +0
The more I thought about it, the more… empty I felt. Like I wasn’t even me anymore.
“Everyone deals with that.” +2
“That’s your slump talking.” +0
And having your support makes me even more determined to make that happen.
“Good luck.” +0
“We’ll work at it together.” +0
“No rush, though.” +0
He was so happy with them!
“I’m glad to hear that.” +2
“You should be more confident.” +2
“Of course he is.” +0
This will be the last time you go out with Kasumi until January.
Here, the two of you just meet in the batting center and have a good time together.
Again, reaching rank 5 of this confidant is one of theprerequisites for unlocking the Royal arcso be sure to finish all the requirements on time.
Probably didn’t expect to be meeting me at the batting center, huh?
“It’s a surprise, yeah.” +2
“Not at all.” +0
“What are you scheming?” +0
Honestly, I wanted you to see me hit a home run.
“This seems kind of sudden.” +0
“If I’m just watching…” +0
What do you think? That could work, right?
“It is a good idea.” +2
“Go ahead. I’ll watch.” +3
“Maybe stick to gymnastics.” +0
I never see the ball coming, and I keep flinching… I didn’t think my slump was hitting me this hard..
“Don’t give up yet.” +0
“Just don’t lose hope.” +0
“You can beat this, right?” +0
I did it, Senpai! I hit the ball!
“Congratulations.” +3
“I saw!” +3
“How’s that feel?” +2
I’d forgotten how it felt to work that hard on someone else’s behalf…
“That’s important.” +3
“Don’t forget how that feels.” +2
I’m not totally back to normal yet, but even my grades have been going back up.
“Nicely done.” +0
“It’s not over yet.” +0
Was there anything else you wanted to try, Senpai?
“Swimming.” +3
“Running.” +2
“Gymnastics.” +3
The content belowcontains major spoilers for Kasumi’s storyline, and you should only read it after starting rank 6 of her social link in January. You can also jump directly to the special interactions section.
For this rank, you can choose whichever dialogue you want as it won’t grant any affection points.
The only dialogue that will grant the affection points is at the very end when Sumire calls you on your phone.
This is the real me, I guess.
Do you want to run away? +0
You have to face it. +3
So what if it is? +3
Here, you will join Sumire at her gym and meet with her coach. Sumire shares more about Kasumi with you as you try to be more supportive and comforting.
The best choices you can make for this rank is listed below.
Kasumi was probably so disappointed in me… I got tired out so quick…
“Maybe.” +0
“Who knows?” +0
“Were you frustrated?” +0
Oh… I think it’s almost time for my coach to show up. I’m kind of nervous.
“Is she scary?” +0
“Is she strict?” +0
“You okay?” +3
“That was a big sigh.” +0
“She’s a real taskmaster.” +0
I’m just worthless after all…
“That isn’t true.” +3
“You need more confidence.” +0
“That’s just a mental block.” +0
It sounds like even Kasumi liked my more subtle and delicate moves, so… If I mix it with her aggressive style…
“It’ll be like a duet.” +0
“You’ll become stronger.” +0
Senpai, will you go out with me again?
“Of course.” +3
“I could watch you forever.” +2
“Another love confession?” +3
You might be just as tough as Kasumi… Amazing.
“I was internally screaming.” +0
“Yeah, that was a breeze.” +0
“I love a good challenge.” +3
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Once again, you go out shopping with Sumire and generally have a great time together.
Here, you will be given small hints thatSumire has developed a crush on you. If you wish to get into a relationship with her later on, then be sure to reciprocate the hints with the right dialogue.
Well, I guess it’s important to have a balanced diet…?
“Walk up to her” +3
“Watch her from a distance” +0
“Slowly walk away” +0
This is sort of like showing off my own style, right!?
“Look at yourself.” +0
“You’re just standing out.” +0
I don’t even know if I’m worth showing off, let alone how to do it…
“Try to stay positive.” +3
“I’m here for you.” +3
“It’ll work out.” +3
Senpai… Senpai… Hmm…
“What is it?” +0
“……” +0
Oh, uh.. um… Please don’t stare at me like that.
“You started it.” +0
“What, I can’t look at you?” +0
Um, what do you think?
“It looks great.” +0
“You look really cute.” +0
“I’m in love.” +3
I’m so glad I found something good.
“Did I help?” +0
“You found your answer?” +0
And then, suddenly, I just… realized I wasn’t nervous anymore.
“I see…” +0
“So that’s how it was.” +0
I don’t think that’d change how I feel about it.
“That’s how it should be.” +2
“Sounds like progress.” +3
B-By the way, where do you like to get your clothes from, Senpai?
“The airsoft shop.” +0
“The resale shop.” +3
“Online.” +3
Sumire will meet you at Leblanc to drink coffee and speak to you in private.
Once the conversation has progressed a bit,Sumire will confess her love to youand in this rank, you can decide whether to reciprocate those feelings or remain just friends.
I hope it’s not too much trouble.
“It’s no problem.” +3
“We’ll call it holiday hours.” +3
I’d like you to be there when I do… Is that okay?
“Definitely.” +3
I talked about wanting you to see me, and how that helped me stop worrying?
“Of course I do.” +3
“Vaguely…” +0
“What about it?” +0
I hope I still helped Kasumi somehow…
“I know you did.” +3
“You’re not worthless.” +3
“This is a new beginning.” +3
There’s something I need to tell you, Senpai!
“What’s going on?” +0
“There’s something else?” +0
“Go ahead.” +3
I’m in lo… l-l-l0… I’m in… lo…
“What?” +0
“In luh?” +0
The last thing I want to do is make you uncomfortable, so…
“Let’s stay friends, okay?” (Friendship Path) +0
“I love you too.” (Romance Path) +0
Just watch me and I promise I’ll keep improving! (Friendship Path)
“Show me your best.” +0
“I can’t wait to see it.” +3
“You can always rely on me.” +3
I really think I’ve matured. And I’m really glad for your part in that, Senpai. (Friendship Path)
“I’m glad to hear that.” +3
“I didn’t do much.” +0
“I’ll always have your back.” +3
What am I saying…? (Romance Path)
“Calm down.” +3
“Take your time.” +0
I-I–Um–you– (Romance Path)
“So? Any different?” +0
“You are so red right now.” +0
“You’re so cute.” +3
I don’t know what to do! (Romance Path)
“Get used to it.” +3
“Should I hang up…?” +0
“That’s just how it is.” +0
Whether you romanced Sumire or remained friends with her, you and her now share an unbreakable connection.
Since this is the last rank, you don’t need any more affection points. Therefore, you may select whichever dialogue you like.
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Special Interactions With Kasumi
If you chose the wrong dialogue in one of the ranks and don’t have enough affection points to start the next confidant rank or you just want to spend more time with Kasumi, then Persona 5 Royal offers these special hangouts where you’re able to quickly gain some extra affection points.
Meiji Shrine
Do you go to places like these often?
“Pretty Often” +3
“I’ve never needed gods” +3
“When I have a wish, sure” +3
Inokashira Park
Sorry for dragging you out on one of these. I was just so curious about what it’d be like!
“I don’t mind.” +3
“It’s a nice view.” +3
“As long as you’re happy” +3
Ahh… I could stare at this tank forever. Aren’t the movements of living creatures just fascinating?
“Yeah.” +3
“Are they?” +3
“I’m more into their taste.” +3
Seaside Park Ferris Wheel
It always used to terrify me when the gondola shook in the wind…
“I know how you feel.” +3
“You don’t like heights?” +3
“What if I start shaking it?” +3
Aside from these, you will have special interactions with Kasumi onFebruary 14th (Valentine’s Day) and March 13th (White Day)as well, if you get into a romantic relationship with her.
On these occasions, you can, again, pick whichever dialogue you want.
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