In the early stages of *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, Naoe embarks on a gripping manhunt for the masked individuals responsible for her father's death. You have the option to start your journey with the Golden Teppo, and to do so, you'll need to locate Imai Sokyu and the tea merchant. Here’s how to track them down 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.
• More specifically, he's in southwestern Sakai.

On your world map, navigate to the city of Sakai. If you have scouts at your disposal, simply press the square button to send them to scout the southwestern part of the city, which will lead you directly to Imai Sokyu. Without scouts, make your way to Sakai and head to the Money Changer District. Use the L2 button to scan your surroundings, and you'll spot a blue dot indicating Imai Sokyu’s location.

Following this, you'll engage in a short sequence where you tail Imai Sokyu. This will culminate in a conversation at 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 find the tea merchant, conveniently located nearby. Head to the northern area of Sakai and once again use the L2 button to scan your surroundings, looking for the blue dot that marks the tea merchant's position.

Locating the tea merchant allows you to progress in the quest, where Naoe will learn the intricacies of the tea ceremony, bringing you one step closer to obtaining the Golden Teppo.

With these steps, you'll be well on your way to finding 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 check out The Escapist.