Completing the Palace in a single day in Persona 5 Royal can be quite challenging, especially until you master the art of coffee brewing and curry cooking under Sojiro Sakura. He runs the Leblanc café, where our protagonist stays after transferring schools. Although he starts off a bit stern, his personality softens during your social link, evoking a father-son dynamic.
This guide serves as a comprehensive confidant reference for Sojiro Sakura in Persona 5 Royal. We’ll cover every rank-up event, along with crucial dialogue selections to ensure that your bonding moments with our beloved coffee dad go as smoothly as possible.
To maximize your gains from each social link rank event, it is advisable to have a matching Persona of the Hierophant Arcana at your disposal.
Sojiro Sakura’s Confidant Abilities
Sojiro stands out as an essential confidant to develop due to his remarkably valuable abilities. The highlight is undoubtedly his Curry and Coffee Mastery, which permits you (or Kawakami) to create these culinary delights during your free time. Utilizing them can significantly enhance your SP recovery while dungeon crawling.
Below, we’ve outlined the precise Confidant Abilities you can expect from Sojiro, providing insight into the Coffee and Curry benefits available throughout your journey.
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Social Link |
Ability |
Description |
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Rank 1 |
– |
– |
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Rank 2 |
Coffee Basics |
Allows you to make coffee that slightly restores SP to one ally. |
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Rank 3 |
– |
– |
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Rank 4 |
Leblanc Curry |
Allows you to make curry that slightly restores SP to all allies. |
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Rank 5 |
– |
– |
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Rank 6 |
Coffee Mastery |
Allows you to make coffee that greatly restores SP to one ally. |
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Rank 7 |
– |
– |
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Rank 8 |
– |
– |
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Rank 9 |
Curry Tips |
Allows you to make curry that moderately restores SP to all allies. |
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Max Social Link Rank |
Curry Mastery |
Allows you to make curry that greatly restores SP to all allies. |
Rank 1
You can kick off the social link as early as April 21st, ideally once you’ve cleared Kamoshida’s palace. During your first interaction, Sojiro inquires about your school life and any mischievous antics you might be up to. Before closing the café, he offers to teach you how to brew the perfect cup of coffee.
As someone who enjoys coffee, this seems like a fantastic opportunity!
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“You’re not causing any trouble, are you?” |
I’m not.+0 |
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I might be.+0 |
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…… +0 |
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“If you could lend a hand, it’d really be a great help…” |
I’d be glad to.+0 |
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I’m kinda busy… +0 |
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It’s too much trouble.+0 |
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“I’ll teach you how to make the perfect cup of coffee. Not a bad trade, eh?” |
I guess.+0 |
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Sounds interesting.+0 |
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“Just keep doing what you can. And don’t cause any trouble, right?” |
Got it.+3 |
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That was our deal.+2 |
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It’s the least I can do.+2 |
Rank 2
In this rank, Sojiro imparts the basics of café management while a regular customer presses him about the secrets behind the curry recipe. However, this interaction is interrupted by a condescending man, so be cautious about overstepping your bounds since your bond with Sojiro isn’t very strong yet.
Additionally, you receive a Kindness increase of +3 upon completing this social link rank-up event.
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“You know what I’m talking about, right?” |
Making coffee.+2 |
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Hitting on girls.0 |
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No idea.0 |
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“Ugh… I don’t know where he caught wind of this place.” |
Who was he? 0 |
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That guy seemed suspicious.+2 |
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Who’s the “her”he mentioned? 0 |
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“Besides, ladies love a guy who knows his coffee. This isn’t such a bad deal for you.” |
I want the ladies to love me.+2 |
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I don’t care about that stuff.0 |
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“Seems like you’re a quick study, so I hope you’ve got the hang of it.” |
Got it.+2 |
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Give me a break.0 |
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Why’d you call my cell? 0 |
Rank 3
To progress to Rank 3 of Sojiro’s social link, you’ll first need to brew a cup of coffee at Leblanc. In this session, Sojiro covers essential tips on how to create the perfect brew.
However, your lesson is cut short by a phone call that requires Sojiro’s immediate attention, but he reassures you that it’s nothing to worry about.
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“…Are you listening to me? What grind are you supposed to use?” |
Medium-fine.+2 |
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Coarse.0 |
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Anything goes.0 |
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“Sorry, something just came up. We can keep going with the lessons some other time.” |
Is it a date? 0 |
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Is it trouble? +2 |
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You don’t want my help anymore? 0 |
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“But don’t worry, I’ll put you to work. We’ve got lots of time on our hands.” |
I’m ready to work.+2 |
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Go easy on me.0 |
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Thank you in advance.+2 |
Rank 4
This rank features one of my favorite events in Sojiro’s social link. We uncover useful information about mixing coffee beans and understanding their characteristics.
During a taste test of the coffee you serve him, an elderly man again interrupts, making negative comments about you and Sojiro.
As in previous ranks, achieving this confidant level earns you an additional +3 Kindness.
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“That’s because the acidity and the flavor profile all depend on the bean ratio. Pretty deep, huh?” |
Tell me more.+3 |
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That sounds tough… 0 |
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It all tastes the same to me.0 |
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It looks like Sojiro’s in trouble. What should I do…? |
Run for help 0 |
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Call Sojiro’s phone.+3 |
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Kick the man out.0 |
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“Just let him do his thing and get on with the job. Got it?” |
Understood.+2 |
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I’m kind of nervous… 0 |
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I’ll kick him out.0 |
Rank 5
You cannot proceed to this rank until after passing the deadline for Futaba’s Pyramid of Wrath, which is August 22nd.
In this event, you gain insights into Sojiro’s past relationship with Futaba’s mother, Wakaba Isshiki, highlighting the strong bond they shared before her unfortunate passing. This adds depth to your appreciation of Leblanc’s renowned curry as it symbolizes a connection between Sojiro and Futaba.
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“And what about you?” |
It wasn’t bad.+2 |
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Nothing special.0 |
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I think I’m addicted! +3 |
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“I thought my pick-up lines were the best in town, but not a single one worked on her… Heh…” |
Was she like Futaba? +2 |
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She wasn’t normal, huh? +3 |
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So that’s why you’re a bachelor? 0 |
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“That’s why when I took her in, I vowed to keep this recipe alive until she could eat it again.” |
It really paid off in the end.+2 |
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Almost brings a tear to my eye.0 |
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So much history… 0 |
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“…It’s only a problem when she asks for it three times a day.” |
Sounds good to me.0 |
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She needs a balanced diet.+2 |
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There’s always instant noodles.0 |
Rank 6
This rank presents a pivotal moment in the story. Initially light-hearted, the event takes a turn as Sojiro’s regular customer jokingly mentions marriage, drawing attention to his personal life. However, the mood shifts with the return of the elderly man who poses threats to Sojiro and Futaba.
As it turns out, this man is Futaba’s uncle, who treated her poorly following her mother’s death. Fortunately, you are present to remind Sojiro that he did not make a mistake in saving Futaba from that environment.
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“By the way, what are your thoughts on So-chan’s life of solitude?” |
I admire it.0 |
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I’m not impressed.0 |
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To each his own.+2 |
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“Doesn’t quite seem to be the best environment for Futaba, now does it?” |
You’re wrong.+2 |
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I’m sorry.0 |
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Shut your mouth.+3 |
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“I don’t even know how he managed to find me here… Maybe paying him was a mistake.” |
Saving Futaba was no mistake.+2 |
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Just cut your ties with him.0 |
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“Futaba’s fast asleep… Didn’t mean to get you tangled up in all this mess.” |
Is she okay? 0 |
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Try to relax.0 |
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If I can help somehow… +2 |
Rank 7
Prerequisite: You must achieve Max Rank Kindness (Angelic) to unlock this rank. In this event, Futaba and Sojiro become embroiled in a heated discussion regarding her attempts to hack her uncle’s private credentials to secure custody.
While her intentions are commendable, this action clearly crosses legal boundaries. Fortunately, the argument concludes with the two reconciling, and Futaba pledges her intention to stay with Sojiro, come what may.
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“At the end of the day, the coffee and the curry people love so much are both just… excuses.” |
You might be right.+3 |
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That’s not true.0 |
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They’re still delicious.0 |
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Futaba: “…” |
Are you all right? 0 |
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Have you calmed down? 0 |
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Do you want to talk? 0 |
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“I just thought I’d be able to stay here with him if my hacking worked…” |
Let’s talk to him.0 |
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You should tell him that.0 |
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You guys are one awkward duo.0 |
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“And that’s only because you helped us connect, so… thanks for that.” |
I’m truly glad.0 |
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You’re welcome.0 |
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Feel like a real dad now? +2 |
Rank 8
The situation with Futaba’s uncle intensifies as he threatens Sojiro’s livelihood unless he receives payment. Thankfully, Sojiro pushes back by highlighting the uncle’s own financial troubles and failed business endeavors.
After a heated confrontation, the uncle storms off, threatening legal action and vowing to shut down the café. This incident triggers Futaba’s initiative to delve deeper into the situation, leading to your task of completing the “Money-Grubbing Uncle”request in Mementos aimed at changing her uncle’s heart.
This encounter culminates in a battle with Joker; however, rest assured that he is not a difficult adversary unless you deliberately choose to lose.
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“How about you? Anything you’d wanna add to the menu?” |
You want my suggestion? +2 |
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Something with curry.+3 |
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I can’t decide! 0 |
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“God damn… What a pain in the ass. Don’t you have enough problems already?” |
I didn’t do anything wrong.0 |
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I was just protecting Futaba.+2 |
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I’m sorry.0 |
Rank 9
Make sure you have successfully completed the “Money-Grubbing Uncle”request before attempting the Rank 9 confidant event.
Mystery unfolds as members of the Domestic Affairs team arrive to assess allegations of Futaba’s mistreatment and the reported assault on her uncle in the café. Thankfully, the situation resolves favorably as both Futaba and Joker affirm Sojiro’s competency as a guardian. This culminates in a touching moment shared by the three of them.
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Mild-Mannered Investigator: “How is it… living with Sakura-san? Please, you can speak honestly.” |
It’s great.+3 |
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He’s a bit of a nag.+2 |
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“…Sojiro?” |
Are you crying? |
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You have a great daughter.+3 |
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Congrats.+3 |
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“God, I’m a joke. Getting all sentimental like this? At my age?” |
You did great.+2 |
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Futaba did great.+2 |
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You two were already family.+2 |
Rank 10
In a heartfelt conclusion, Sojiro takes us to a church, where he expresses his profound gratitude for the support in rekindling his connection with Futaba. He shares his anxieties regarding her unpredictable future but reassures us of his willingness to offer help whenever necessary, perceiving you now as a mature individual.
This moment marks the conclusion of the Hierophant Arcana social link and unlocks the fusion recipe for the Kohryu Persona.
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“Oh… I told her about you too.” |
Good for you.+2 |
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Thank you.+3 |
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