Unlock Japan, one
ShrineTempleMuseumShop
at a time

Gamified cultural exploration that turns locational visits into speedrun challenges. Learn etiquette, earn badges, compete globally.

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How It Works

Three simple steps to meaningful cultural exploration.

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Discover Routes
Find curated temple routes designed for speed, respect, and immersion.
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Learn First
Read etiquette guides before each temple to understand the culture deeply.
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Earn Badges
Complete challenges, climb leaderboards, share your journey with the community.

Our Story

It started with a simple observation: 35 million tourists visit Japan annually, but many temples are closing to foreigners due to disrespect.

In 2024, we collaborated with Mudan, a major Japan-focused creator, to test speedrunning temples. The response was overwhelming—36k views and thousands asking "how do I do this?"That's when Templathon was born. We're building a platform that makes cultural exploration fun, respectful, and unforgettable.

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How We Started

In 2024, we collaborated with Mudan, a major Japan-focused creator, to test speedrunning temples. The response was overwhelming—36k views and many asking "how do I do this?"That's when Templathon was born.

Our Mission

To create a world where fast-paced, competitive cultural exploration is inseparable from deep respect and understanding.Starting with Japan. Expanding globally. Cultural tourism has no borders.

The Team

Built by Soki Furuhashi, a Japanese national living in London.Driven by the belief that technology can make the world more respectful, not less.

The Problem

It started with a simple observation: 35 million tourists visit Japan annually, but temples are closing to foreigners due to disrespect and cultural friction.The issue wasn't lack of interest—it was lack of structure. Travelers wanted meaningful experiences, but without guidance on etiquette, they couldn't deliver the respect local communities deserve.

What We Are Building

A platform that makes cultural exploration engaging AND respectful. We believe speed and reverence aren't opposites-they're complementary.Users read etiquette guides before speedruns. They learn cultural context before unlocking challenges. Gamification drives behavior change. Respect comes first.

We're Hiring

Help us build the future of cultural tourism. We're looking for exceptional people.

Technical Co-Founder / CTO
🌍 Remote💼 Full-Time📍 UK/Japan
We're looking for a technical co-founder to lead engineering and architecture at Templathon.
We're Looking For:

Backend/full-stack engineer with founder mentality. Someone who ships fast, iterates based on user feedback, and is excited about building a global platform for cultural tourism.

Applications are closed for now. Check back soon.

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 2026

1. Overview

Templathon ("we" or "us") respects your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect on our website and how we use it.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following information on our website:

Email Address: When you sign up for early access, we collect your email to send you updates about the app launch and our newsletter.

3. How We Use Your Email

Your email is used to:

Send updates about Templathon's beta launch and new features. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email.

4. Analytics

We may use basic analytics to understand how visitors use our website (pages viewed, time spent). This data is anonymous and does not identify you personally.

5. Data Protection

We protect your email with industry-standard security practices. We do not sell or share your email with third parties.

6. Contact Us

Questions about this policy? Email us at [email protected]

Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: February 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the Templathon website, you agree to be bound by these terms and conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use our website.

2. Use License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our website for personal, non-commercial purposes only. You may not:

Reproduce, copy, distribute, or transmit any content without explicit written permission. Scrape, crawl, or extract data from our website. Reverse engineer, decompile, or attempt to discover our proprietary technology, algorithms, or business methods. Use the website for any illegal, competitive, or harmful purpose.

3. Intellectual Property Ownership

All content, concepts, designs, and technology on this website are the exclusive property of Templathon Ltd. This includes but is not limited to:

The Templathon concept, name, and branding. Game mechanics, speedrun methodology, and gamification systems. Route design, temple mapping, and location-based features. All code, algorithms, and technical architecture. User interface, user experience, and design systems. Marketing materials, videos, and promotional content.

You have no rights to use, reproduce, or commercialize any of these assets.

4. Confidential Information

Any information you learn about Templathon's product, features, strategy, or roadmap through this website is confidential. You agree not to disclose, share, or use this information to compete with Templathon or create similar services.

5. Prohibited Use

You are strictly prohibited from:

Creating a competing product based on Templathon's concept or methodology. Building an alternative speedrunning app for temples or cultural sites. Copying our features, mechanics, or business model. Using our ideas without permission for any commercial purpose. Accessing our website through automated tools or bots.

6. Early Access Signup

By signing up for early access, you agree to receive emails about Templathon's beta launch. You can unsubscribe at any time. We do not guarantee early access to the app for all signups.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

The website is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee the website will be error-free, uninterrupted, or always available.

8. Limitation of Liability

Templathon is not responsible for any damages, losses, or claims arising from your use of the website.

9. Enforcement & Legal Action

We actively protect our intellectual property. If you violate these terms, we reserve the right to:

Pursue legal action for IP infringement. Seek injunctive relief and monetary damages. Terminate your access immediately. Report violations to relevant authorities.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for external content.

11. Changes to Terms

We may update these terms at any time. Your continued use constitutes acceptance of updated terms.

12. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the United Kingdom. Any legal disputes will be resolved in UK courts.

13. Contact Us

Questions about these terms? Email us at [email protected]

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London, United Kingdom

Currently expanding to Tokyo, Japan