Hifumi Togo is a 17-year-old shogi protege from Kosei High School in Persona 5 and a Star confidant. This is an important persona as she can teach Joker valuable tactical skills. If you want to romance Hifuma, increase her confidant rank to 9.
Though this isn’t an important confidant, some of her tactics are useful during boss fights and overpowered shadow encounters. First, you need to unlock this confidant and max out her rank. This guide contains every detail on Hifumi to help you progress the confidant smoothly in Persona 5.
How to Unlock Hifumi’s Confidant in Persona 5?
To unlock, you must reach Rank 2 of Emperor Arcana (Yusuke Kitagawa), where Yusuke will tell you Hifumi’s location in the Kanda district. But, to unlock the Kanda district, you must watch television on 25th June (25/6). Lastly, you need to have charm at rank 3 to approach Hifumi and unlock her first rank.
Hifumi’s Location and Availability
Hifuma is available to hang out on Monday nights, Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. She is also available during the day if it rains. Hifumi’s confidant rank in P5 can’t be progressed on sunny days.
What abilities to unlock at each rank?
You can Fuse Lucifer (highest highest-rank persona from Star Arcana) by maxing out Hifumi’s confidant rank. She will also give you Kosha piece on 19th March (3/19) for completing her confidant, which unlocks Touryou in new game plus.
| Rank | Ability | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Koma Sabaki | Swap party members with back up members on Joker’s turn. |
| 3 | Uchikomi | A back up member can follow up if Joker downs an enemy. |
| 5 | Kakoi Kuzushi | Allows you to attempt an escape even when surrounded. |
| 7 | Narikin | Double money if battle is won in 1 turn after ambush. |
| 9 | Touryou | Turn delay decreases to zero, allowing you to escape battle instantly. |
| Max | Togo System | Swap party members with back members during anyone’s turn. |
Best Dialogue Choices for Each Persona 5 Star Confidant Rank
Always bring a Star persona before meeting Hifumi in P5. This is a must.
Rank 1
Phrase: “Before you head home, would you like to exchange IDs with me? There’s no obligation, of course.” (Persona 5 Royal only)
Answer: Lucky me. (+3)
Rank 2
Phrase 1:“I tend to get very aggressive. It’s as if I assume the role of a queen of a kingdom.”
Answer: That’s interesting. (+2)
Phrase 2: “Um, well, I’m doing a photoshoot for one.”
Answer: But you don’t want to, right? (+2)
Rank 3
Phrase 1:“Did you see it? It was called ‘The Venus of Shogi’.”
Answer: Describes you perfectly. (+2)
Phrase 2: “It’s as if she wants to be the manager of a celebrity.”
Answer: Having a difficult time. (+2)
Phrase 3:“But this hardly seems fair. How can I teach you properly when I’m this distressed?” (Persona 5 Royal only)
Answer: Bring it on. (+2)
Bonus. Knowledge +1
Rank 4
Phrase 1: “She’s my senior. I defeated her in a recent title match.”
Answer: I didn’t mind (+2), or Must have been the katsu curry (+2)
Phrase 2:“What do you think about them?”
Answer: They are cool. (+2)
Phrase 3:“I hope this won’t discourage you from spending time with me. Really, I would be delighted to do this again.” (Persona 5 Royal only)
Answer: I’d love to (+2) or Where shall we go next? (+2)
Rank 5
Phrase 1: “I apologize. That must have been quite a shock.”
Answer: She’s scary. (+2)
Phrase 2:“But it’s honestly quite difficult for me.”
Answer: You should stop then. (+2)
Phrase 3: “She didn’t mean to offend you at all. I hope you’ll accept my apology in her place.” (Persona 5 Royal only)
Answer: You have got a lot to deal with. (+2)
Bonus. Knowledge +1
Rank 6
Phrase 1:“So now she’s even more insistent on having me do more TV and magazine interviews than before.”
Answer: Is that frustrating? (+2)
Phrase 2:“Maybe I should stop playing shogi and just get a job… That way, my family won’t get hurt again.”
Answer: Do you still like Shogi? (+2), or, Do what you love. (+2)
Phrase 3: “You might make a fine priest yourself. Considering how good a listener you are, I mean.” (Persona 5 Royal only)
Answer: You are imagining things. (+2)
Bonus. Knowledge +1.
Rank 7
Phrase 1:“I confess I am a bit scared, though.”
Answer: It may come down to luck. (+3)
Phrase 2: “But I’m sick of being treated like an idol. I have to show them what I’m made of.”
Answer: I believe in you. (+3)
Bonus. Knowledge +1
At this point, you must have Max knowledge stat to continue
Phrase 3:“That way, I can use the weekly magazine’s popularity against them and instantly become famous.”
Answer: That won’t work. (+2)
Rank 8
To start this rank, the side quest “Upstaging the staged mother” needs to be completed.
Phrase 1: “Perhaps they eavesdropped on our conversation?”
Answer: I am glad her heart changed. (+3)
Phrase 2: “I was just a little curious about your thoughts. Regarding my decision to reveal my fixed matches, that is.” (Persona 5 Royal only)
Answer: I support it. (+2)
Bonus. Knowledge +1.
Rank 9
Phrase 1:“However, I’m not going to give them the satisfaction. I’m going to win… with these very hands.”
Answer: Give it all you got. (+2)
Phrase 2: “I was so ashamed of myself. I didn’t want to hurt the pieces any longer.”
Answer: A very queenly decision. (+3)
Phrase 3: “So this is goodbye.” (EXTREMELY IMPORTANT)
Answer: I want to become stronger (Friendship route), or, I want to stay by your side (Romance route)
Phrase 4: “What do you mean by that?” (Depends on your previous answer)
Answer: I want us to date (Romance route), or, We’ll be friends forever (Friendship route)
Rank 10
Phrase: “I quit the Ladies Professional Shogi Players’ Association. I need to start over as an amateur.”
Answer: You’ll triumph in the end (+3), or, Just don’t lose (+3)
Best Gifts to give to Hifumi
| Name | Location | Cost (Yen) |
|---|---|---|
| Fountain pen | Shinjuku | 8000 |
| Rose Bouquet (unique) | Shinjuku | 2400 |
| Black Mug | Shinjuku | 1800 |
| Sakura Fan (unique) | Underground Mall | 4800 |
| Incense Set | Underground Mall | 3800 |
| Book Cover | Underground Mall | 3000 |
| Dragon Sword Keychain (P5R) | Akihabara | 500 |
| Designer Perfume | Underground Mall | 1500 |
| Glass Vase | Underground Mall | 1500 |
| Castella | Underground Mall | 1500 |
| Uji Matcha Flan | Underground Mall | 2400 |
How to romance Hifumi?
Hifumi’s romantic route is straightforward, but you must watch for the following things.
- You need to have maximum knowledge before starting Hifumi’s 7th confidant rank.
- Complete “Upstaging the staged mother” in mementos before 8th Star confidant rank.
During rank 9, select “I want to stay by your side,” followed by “I want us to date.”
