"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 for vengeance against 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 within the game.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Imai Sokyu Location

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

• He is located in the western part of Settsu.
• More specifically, he can be found in the southwestern part of 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 area of Sakai, which will help you pinpoint Imai Sokyu's exact location. Without scouts, head directly to Sakai and make your way to the Money Changer District. Use the L2 button to scan your surroundings, and look for a blue dot that indicates Imai Sokyu's position.

Once you've located him, you'll need to follow Imai Sokyu, leading to a conversation in a teahouse. This interaction provides Naoe with crucial information about her next steps.

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 part of Sakai and once again, press and hold the L2 button to scan the area. The blue dot will reveal the tea merchant's location.

Finding the tea merchant advances the quest and allows Naoe to learn the intricacies of the tea ceremony, bringing her closer to acquiring the Golden Teppo.

This guide covers all you need to know about locating Imai Sokyu and the tea merchant in *Assassin's Creed Shadows*. For more tips and comprehensive guides on the game, including difficulty settings and how to romance Katsuhime, be sure to visit The Escapist.