In the early stages of *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, Naoe embarks on a quest to avenge her father's murder by tracking down the masked assailants. You 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

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

• He is located in western Settsu.
• He is in the southwestern part of Sakai.

Navigate to the city of Sakai on your world map. If you have scouts at your disposal, you can press the square button to send them to the southwestern area of the city, 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 indicating Imai Sokyu's position.

Once you locate him, you'll need to follow Imai Sokyu, leading to a conversation in a teahouse. This interaction will provide 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. Fortunately, the tea merchant is not far from where you encountered Imai Sokyu. Travel to the northern part of Sakai and again use the L2 button to scan the area. The blue dot will guide you to the tea merchant's location.

Finding the tea merchant will advance your quest, allowing Naoe to learn the intricacies of the tea ceremony, bringing you one step closer to obtaining the Golden Teppo.

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