In *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, Naoe embarks on a gripping quest to track down the masked individuals responsible for her father's murder. One of your early choices is to pursue the Golden Teppo, which leads you to seek out Imai Sokyu and the tea merchant. Here's a detailed guide on how to find them.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Imai Sokyu Location

Your journey to locate Imai Sokyu begins with limited but crucial clues: he is situated in western Settsu, specifically in southwestern Sakai. Navigate to the city of Sakai on your world map. If you have scouts at your disposal, simply press the square button to send them to the southwestern part of the city, which will help pinpoint Imai Sokyu's exact location. Without scouts, head directly to Sakai and explore the Money Changer District. Use the L2 button to scan the area; you'll notice a blue dot indicating Imai Sokyu's whereabouts.

Following the blue dot leads to a sequence where you tail Imai Sokyu. Eventually, this pursuit brings you to a teahouse, where a conversation unfolds, providing Naoe with essential details for her next mission.

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. Make your way to the northern section of Sakai. Once there, press and hold the L2 button to scan the area once more. The blue dot will appear, guiding you directly to the tea merchant.

Engaging with the tea merchant allows Naoe to delve into the art of the tea ceremony, furthering her quest and bringing her closer to obtaining the Golden Teppo.

With these steps, you'll successfully locate Imai Sokyu and the tea merchant in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. For more in-depth guides and tips, including information on difficulty settings and how to romance Katsuhime, be sure to visit The Escapist.