Early in Assassin's Creed Shadows, Naoe embarks on a quest for vengeance against the masked figures responsible for her father's death. You have the option to begin this journey with the Golden Teppo. Here’s a detailed guide on locating Imai Sokyu and the tea merchant in Assassin's Creed Shadows.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Imai Sokyu Location

Your quest to find Imai Sokyu begins with limited clues, directing you to the western part of Settsu and the southwestern area of Sakai. To pinpoint his location, navigate to 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, where they can locate Imai Sokyu directly. Without scouts, make your way to Sakai and head to the Money Changer District. Use the L2 button to scan the area; a blue dot will guide you to Imai Sokyu.

Once you find him, you'll need to 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 your encounter with Imai Sokyu, your next task is to find the tea merchant, conveniently located near your previous meeting spot. Travel to the northern part of Sakai and once again, use the L2 button to scan for a blue dot indicating the merchant's position.

Finding the tea merchant will advance your quest, allowing Naoe to engage in the tea ceremony, bringing you closer to acquiring the Golden Teppo.

This guide should help you efficiently locate Imai Sokyu and the tea merchant in Assassin's Creed Shadows. For more tips, including detailed insights on difficulty settings and how to romance Katsuhime, be sure to check out The Escapist.