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 for vengeance against the masked individuals responsible for her father's death. You have the option to begin this journey with the Golden Teppo. Here's a detailed guide on how to find Imai Sokyu and the tea merchant within the game.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Imai Sokyu Location

Your search for Imai Sokyu begins with the following clues:

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

To pinpoint his exact location, navigate to the city of Sakai on your world map. If you have scouts at your disposal, you can deploy them by pressing the square button to scout the southwestern area of the city, leading directly to Imai Sokyu. If scouts are not available, make your way to Sakai and head to the Money Changer District. By holding down the L2 button, you can scan the area, and a blue dot will guide you to Imai Sokyu’s location.

Following the blue dot, you'll engage in a short sequence where you tail Imai Sokyu. This leads to a conversation in a teahouse, providing Naoe with crucial information for her next objective.

Assassin’s Creed Tea Merchant Location

After meeting Imai Sokyu, your next task is to locate the tea merchant, conveniently situated near your previous encounter. Travel to the northern part of Sakai and once again use the L2 button to scan your surroundings. The blue dot will reappear, guiding you to the tea merchant.

Finding the tea merchant allows you to advance in the quest, enabling Naoe to learn the intricacies of the tea ceremony. This step brings you closer to acquiring the Golden Teppo.

That concludes the essential guide to locating Imai Sokyu and the tea merchant in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. For additional tips, information on the game's difficulty settings, and insights on how to romance Katsuhime, be sure to visit The Escapist.