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

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. 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 in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Imai Sokyu Location

Your search for Imai Sokyu begins with sparse clues pointing to his location:

• He is in western Settsu
• He is in southwestern Sakai

Navigate to the city of Sakai on your world map. If you have scouts at your disposal, press the square button to deploy them to the southwestern part of the city, allowing them to pinpoint Imai Sokyu's exact location. Without scouts, make your way to Sakai and head towards the Money Changer District. Use the L2 button to scan your surroundings; a blue dot will guide you directly to Imai Sokyu.

Following this marker will initiate a sequence where you tail Imai Sokyu, leading to a conversation in a teahouse. This interaction provides Naoe with crucial information about her next target.

Assassin’s Creed Tea Merchant Location

After meeting Imai Sokyu, your next task is to find the tea merchant, conveniently located near your previous encounter. Travel to the northern area of Sakai and once again, use the L2 button to scan for the blue dot indicating the merchant's position.

Finding the tea merchant is essential for advancing the quest, as it allows Naoe to learn the intricacies of the tea ceremony, bringing her one step closer to acquiring the Golden Teppo.

That covers everything you need to know about locating Imai Sokyu and the tea merchant in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. For more insights and tips on the game, including detailed guides on difficulty settings and how to romance Katsuhime, be sure to visit The Escapist.