Discover Imai Sokyu & Tea Merchant Locations in Assassin's Creed Shadows

In the early stages of *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, Naoe embarks on a quest to hunt down the masked individuals responsible for her father's death. As you begin this journey, you have the option to start with the Golden Teppo. Here’s a detailed guide on how to locate Imai Sokyu and the tea merchant in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Imai Sokyu Location

To find Imai Sokyu, you'll need to follow these clues:

• He is located in western Settsu.
• More specifically, he's in the southwestern part of Sakai.

Navigate to Sakai on your world map. If you have scouts at your disposal, press the square button to deploy them to the southwestern area of the city, which will help you pinpoint Imai Sokyu's exact location. Without scouts, make your way to Sakai and head to the Money Changer District. Use the L2 button to scan your surroundings, and you should spot a blue dot indicating Imai Sokyu's whereabouts.

Following this, you'll engage in a sequence where you tail him, leading to a conversation in a teahouse. This interaction provides Naoe with crucial information for her next objective.

Assassin’s Creed Tea Merchant Location

After meeting Imai Sokyu, your next task is to find the tea merchant. Fortunately, they're not far from where you encountered Imai Sokyu. Travel to the northern part of Sakai and use the L2 button to scan the area once more. Look for the blue dot that will guide you to the tea merchant.

Locating the tea merchant advances your quest, allowing Naoe to learn the basics of the tea ceremony, bringing her one step closer to obtaining the Golden Teppo.

That's all you need to know about finding Imai Sokyu and the tea merchant in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. For more tips and in-depth information on the game, including a guide to difficulty settings and how to romance Katsuhime, be sure to check out The Escapist.