Discover Imai Sokyu and Tea Merchant Locations in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

In the early stages of *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, Naoe embarks on a quest to avenge her father's death by tracking down the masked assailants. Players have the option to begin this journey with the Golden Teppo. Here's a detailed guide on how to locate Imai Sokyu and the tea merchant within the game.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Imai Sokyu Location

Your search for Imai Sokyu starts with limited clues:

• He is located in western Settsu.
• He can be found in southwestern Sakai.

To pinpoint Imai Sokyu's whereabouts, navigate your world map to the city of Sakai. If you have scouts at your disposal, simply press the square button to deploy them to the southwestern part of the city, and they will locate him directly. If you lack scouts, make your way to Sakai and head to the Money Changer District. Use the L2 button to scan your environment, and look for a blue dot indicating Imai Sokyu's position.

Following this, you'll engage in a brief sequence where you tail Imai Sokyu, leading to a conversation in a teahouse. This interaction will provide Naoe with further details on her next mission.

Assassin’s Creed Tea Merchant Location

Next, your task is to find the tea merchant, conveniently located near where you encountered Imai Sokyu. Travel to the northern section of Sakai and again use the L2 button to scan for a blue dot, which will reveal the tea merchant's location.

Finding the tea merchant will advance your quest, allowing Naoe to delve into the art of the tea ceremony, bringing you closer to acquiring the Golden Teppo.

With these steps, you'll successfully locate both Imai Sokyu and the tea merchant in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. For more insights and tips on the game, including details on difficulty settings and how to romance Katsuhime, keep exploring The Escapist.