What's New

BETA: We’re rolling out the first version of the Digital Goshuincho! This first release of the Digital Goshuincho is here as the perfect partner to your physical goshuincho. Scan your goshuin, link them to the temples and shrines you’ve visited, and relive your journeys anytime. IMPROVEMENTS - The “saved” list is now split in two: one just for temples and shrines, and one for goshuin and goshuincho. - You can now add notes to your visits. - Lists used to be public or private; we’ve updated this: standard lists are now always private. Individual check-ins can be public or private. Future lists will be shareable publicly or kept private. - Close and confirm buttons are now consistent across the app. BUG FIXES - Weekly notifications no longer appear if you haven’t visited any temples. That bug was annoying! - Fixed several issues to improve stability and reliability.

IMPROVEMENTS - Explore regions with new cultural insights and historical context. - Discover cities through rich descriptions and video previews. - Distance and walking/drive time is now visible on more cards, always based on your selected location. - Recent photos carousel now directly opens the picture you choose. - On temple details page, you can now copy the full address if you long-press. BUG FIXES - Fixed severe hang happening on the explorer map for some users. - Fixed several issues to improve stability and overall reliability. If you have any issues, please contact our team at hello@goshuinatlas.com. If you have any suggestions or feature requests, please submit feedback.goshuinatlas.com. - Reddit: r/goshuinatlas - IG: @goshuinatlas - X @goshuinatlas - YouTube: @goshuinatlas

IMPROVEMENTS - Faster photo loading — Profile images now load quicker and use less data, thanks to better caching. - New sharing option — Share a direct link to any temple or shrine, as well as sharing as an image. - Group admission pricing — Temples now show group admission prices where available (rolling out gradually). BUG FIXES - Pilgrimage routes now only appear on temple details when every temple in the route is available in the app. - The Discover location picker now only suggests places within Japan. - Fixed an issue where the image carousel wouldn’t scroll properly. - Fixed several issues to improve stability and overall reliability.

BUG FIXES - Resolved an issue where the map view could freeze for some users. - Fixed several bugs to improve stability and reliability.

HIGHLIGHTS - Create an account with your email or social login to manage your profile and back up your lists to the cloud. Having an account will also unlock options in upcoming features. BUG FIXES - Squashed several bugs to boost stability and reliability.

BUG FIXES - Added missing tracking. - Fixed several issues to improve stability and reliability.

HIGHLIGHTS - New pilgrimages: explore Yanada and the Seven Lucky Gods routes. - Temple grounds are now visible on full‑screen maps—see just how vast Fushimi Inari Taisha really is! IMPROVEMENTS - Short pilgrimages now show hours instead of only days for easier planning. - Enshrined deities are now shown directly on temple and shrine pages—no extra tap needed. - New “Did you know?” section with cultural insights. BUG FIXES - Explorer map now correctly restores your temples when you reopen the app. - Bookmark button for goshuin now works reliably in every context. - Pilgrimage routes now display the right elevation colours on flat terrain. - Period‑based notifications (like New Year) now trigger on time. - Direction badge on the address now focuses on the correct temple or shrine on the explorer map. - Fixed missing translations across all languages. - Various fixes to improve stability and overall reliability. If you have any issues, email us at hello@goshuinatlas.com. For suggestions or feature requests, send feedback at feedback.goshuinatlas.com. - Reddit: r/goshuinatlas - IG: @goshuinatlas - X: @goshuinatlas - YouTube: @goshuinatlas

HIGHLIGHTS - Search is now in Discover and on the Explore map: jump straight to temples from the Discover tab or center the map on the temple you want. IMPROVEMENTS - Pilgrimage routes are now automatically sorted by period. BUG FIXES - Fixed the pinned location marker disappearing in the last release. - Improved intelligent language detection so it recognizes all supported languages. - Fixed several issues to improve stability and overall reliability. If you have any issues, please contact our team at hello@goshuinatlas.com. For suggestions or feature requests, please submit them at feedback.goshuinatlas.com. - Reddit: r/goshuinatlas - IG: @goshuinatlas - X: @goshuinatlas - YouTube: @goshuinatlas

NEW AND IMPROVED - With 1 January coming up, you can now instantly pull up all Seven Lucky Gods pilgrimages in the pilgrimage routes. - Even if you’re far from Japan, major and popular rail and transport lines are now visible on the Discover page. - Added support for German! FIXED - Fixed some pilgrimage routes that weren’t appearing correctly in the pilgrimage list. These routes are now visible and selectable, so you can discover and complete them as intended. - Fixed certain portrait photos that were being cropped and shown as landscape. These images now appear in the correct portrait orientation, so route photos and landmarks look the way they were meant to. If you have any issues, please contact our team at hello@goshuinatlas.com. If you have any suggestions or feature requests, please submit them at feedback.goshuinatlas.com. - Reddit: r/goshuinatlas - IG: @goshuinatlas - X: @goshuinatlas - YouTube: @goshuinatlas

NEW AND IMPROVED - Add period-specific notes and general notes to better explain opening hours and special conditions. - Cleaner layout and visuals, with a more seamless mini map for quicker context on pilgrimage routes. - Get alerts when a pilgrimage period starts so you don’t miss the best time to visit. FIXED - Fixed a crash that could occur when the app was sent to the background. - Resolved an issue where goshuin desk information was sometimes missing for temples and shrines. - Fixed a map freeze that could happen when bookmarking a temple. - Fixed an issue that was creating an empty space in the goshuin section. Follow us for the latest: - Reddit: r/goshuinatlas - IG: @goshuinatlas - X: @goshuinatlas - YouTube: @goshuinatlas

NEW AND IMPROVED - Temple detail pages now show a clear progress bar for each pilgrimage route, so you can instantly see how much you’ve completed and what’s left. - We removed outdated and unnecessary feature flags behind the scenes to cut clutter and help the app run more smoothly. - The deity header has been refined for better readability and focus. FIXED - Resolved background crash issues so the app stays open and reliable while you switch apps or lock your phone. - The events carousel now jumps to the correct date when you tap an event. - Fixed a crash that occurred when opening the map after navigating from pilgrimage routes. - Telemetry Deck Analytics wasn’t tracking events, so we had no idea what users were doing in the app. That’s now fixed. Follow us for the latest: - Reddit: r/goshuinatlas - IG: @goshuinatlas - X: @goshuinatlas - YouTube: @goshuinatlas If you have any issues, contact us at hello@goshuinatlas.com. Suggestions or feature requests: feedback.goshuinatlas.com

NEW FEATURES - New Pro subscription for power users: get offline access, automatic iCloud backup and sync, and data export tools, with more advanced features already in development. - Export your saved temples in multiple formats (text, markdown, CSV) so you can organize them in spreadsheets, share them with friends, or import them into Google Maps and other trip-planning tools. Pro feature. - Download temples for offline access and keep exploring even with no signal, ideal for remote mountain shrines, rural pilgrim paths, or spotty train coverage. Pro feature. - iCloud automatic backup and sync keeps your saved temples and preferences safely backed up and always in sync across your iPhone and iPad. Pro feature. - Pilgrimage routes have been completely redesigned with richer details: clearer maps, more accurate day-by-day time and distance estimates, key highlights and quick facts about each route’s history and traditions, and detailed elevation profiles so you can plan your stamina, gear, and schedule with confidence. IMPROVEMENTS - Settings have been reorganized into clearer sections with plain-language descriptions, making it easier to discover features and fine-tune the app to your travel style. - You can now turn off all haptic feedback in preferences for a fully silent and distraction-free experience. - Apply to become a beta tester directly from Settings and get early access to upcoming features while sharing your feedback with the team. - You can reset all tutorials and tips from Settings to revisit the onboarding flow or review any guidance you may have skipped. - Location selection is now faster and simpler: confirm with a single tap, with no extra confirmation screen. FIXES - Temple event hours now show the correct opening times on event pages. - Navigation across the app is more stable with improved back button behavior and fewer dead ends. - Sync problems have been fixed so temples load reliably and search results appear promptly. - Hundreds of visual and interaction refinements, including smoother skeleton loading states, better placeholders while content loads, more responsive filters, and more consistent layouts across all screens.

--- NEW FEATURES - Complete redesign with a new Discover home screen — Your journey now begins at a personalized gateway showcasing nearby temples, city guides, pilgrimage routes, transportation lines, and seasonal events—all in one scroll. - Browse temple cities with visual cards that show you temple-rich destinations across Japan at a glance. - Get personalized temple recommendations based on your interests, whether you're drawn to Zen gardens, historic architecture, or mountain shrines. - See what's around you with location-aware suggestions that update as you explore. - Flip through beautiful goshuin in a full-screen photo viewer that lets you appreciate each unique calligraphy design. - Follow sacred temple circuits like the 88-temple Shikoku pilgrimage or Kyoto's temple walks with dedicated route cards. - Find temples by train or subway line, perfect for planning a temple-hopping day along the Yamanote or any other rail route. - Discover seasonal festivals, ceremonies, and special temple events happening near you throughout the year. - Explore temples by the deities they enshrine, from Kannon to Fudo Myoo. - Filter by what matters to you—garden views, National Treasures, mountain settings, or autumn foliage spots. - Dive deeper with curated articles about temple history, etiquette, and hidden gems. - Jump straight to your favorite categories with quick access shortcuts. - Stay current with recently updated temples and fresh community photos. - Explore Japan region by region, from Hokkaido's northern temples to Okinawa's sacred sites. --- IMPROVEMENTS - Enhanced Map Experience: Interactive temple map with smart clustering, swipeable temple cards, and Apple Maps-style filters that adapt to how close or far you zoom. - Smoother Navigation: Rebuilt navigation architecture eliminates crashes and infinite loops—every tap now takes you exactly where you expect, with reliable back-button behavior throughout. - Better Performance: Faster temple loading, smarter image caching, improved memory management, and refined pull-to-refresh keep the app swift even with thousands of temples. --- FIXES - Resolved navigation stability issues, tab bar disappearances, and state management quirks that occasionally disrupted your temple exploration flow. - Fixed data sync improvements ensuring temples load reliably and search results appear instantly—no more empty lists or missing temples. - Smoothed out hundreds of UI refinements including skeleton loading states, placeholder displays, filter responsiveness, and layout consistency across all screens.

> NEW FEATURES - Home Tab: Start on a friendly Home screen with a city‑guide carousel for quick inspiration. - All Cities List: See every temple city in one place. Search, sort, or filter to find your next stamp fast. - Discovery Rows: Recently Viewed, Saved, and Open Now carousels give you fresh ideas in a tap. > IMPROVEMENTS - Unified Navigation: Temple and city pages now share the same easy buttons, so you won’t lose your way. - Polished City Cards: Smoother images, flexible sizes, and a handy “See All Cities” link. - Faster, Lighter App: Better image caching and memory care keep the app quick on long journeys. - Global Greetings: Added missing translations and cleaned up city names for clearer maps. - Precise Locations: Tweaked temple pins so your route is always on point. > FIXES - Fixed navigation loops, sleepy Save buttons, and mixed‑up section titles. The app is now steadier than a temple bell.

Your shrine-hopping just received a divine upgrade! Now you can arrange sacred stops your way, spot fresh discoveries at a glance, and keep beloved temples tucked safely into a new Favorites alcove. Our multilingual monks polished every phrase so the app rings as smoothly as a temple bell at dawn. - Sort like a shrine keeper: Arrange the temple list by Nearby, A-Z, or Recent—choose the order that guides your pilgrim steps. - Shiny “New” & “Updated” badges: Fresh finds and refreshed spots now sport little banners, like ema charms fluttering in the breeze, so you’ll never miss what’s hot off the temple press. - Translations in top form: Every chant and caption now feels native, no matter which language you explore in. - “Saved” becomes “Favorites”: Your cherished shrines now rest in a cozy Favorites alcove, keeping treasured goshuin stamps just a tap away. - May your journeys be smooth, your stamps plentiful, and your spirit ever-curious.

Your pilgrimage companion is ready for its maiden journey, and we’ve packed it with features to make every shrine stop memorable: - Temple Check-ins – Stamp your virtual nokyo-cho with pride! Check into temples (past or present) and let GPS confirm you really made the trek. Your spiritual scrapbook just got real-time ink. - Personal Profile – Meet your new travel journal. Peek at your visit history, gaze at nifty stats, and see your progress blossom like cherry blossoms in spring—all in a freshly redesigned profile page. - Enhanced Temple Discovery – Searching for serenity? Our improved locator guides you to nearby temples with the accuracy of a master archer, and each sacred site now boasts richer cultural tales for deeper appreciation. May your journeys be smooth, your stamps plentiful, and your spirit light. Happy exploring!

Fresh from the bell tower: this update brightens your settings, opens a new wish board for feature ideas, fixes the review link, and guides a few wandering temples back to their sacred spots. Ready? Let’s ring in the improvements! - Settings page glow-up – We polished the settings screen with colorful icons, so finding the right toggle now feels like spotting a bright lantern on a moonlit temple path. - Feature wish board – Got an idea? Drop it in the brand-new “Request a Feature” section, then vote or comment just like tying an ema plaque of hopes. Your voice guides our next pilgrimage! - Review link repaired – The button that invites you to leave us some stars took a brief meditation break. It’s back—one tap, a few kind words, and karma points all around. - Temple pins realigned – A handful of shrines had their latitude and longitude slightly off. We’ve nudged those wandering pagodas back to their rightful spots, so your map is now as precise as a monk’s calligraphy stroke. Happy exploring—and thanks for journeying with Goshuin Atlas!

Your trusty temple-travel companion just rang the bell on a fresh update! This build is all about smoother maps, snappier taps, and a few monk-like tweaks to keep the app serene and focused. Happy exploring—and may your goshuin collection grow ever more majestic. Search no longer freezes mid-chant – type away and let the results flow like a quiet garden stream. City filter pills now glide the map to the right place – one tap and you’re centered on your chosen city faster than you can say “itadakimasu.” Tab-bar labels fully localized – English, 日本語, Français… the whole sangha feels at home. “Nearby Temple” button re-awakened – it answers your tap on the first try (no extra meditation required). Share & website links open properly – spread the shrine love without hitting closed gates. Sharper PostHog tracking – our invisible temple sprites log events with better precision (helps us polish future releases). “Saved” tab hides when empty – no more lonely tabs; it appears only when you’ve stashed treasures. Filter list spring-cleaned – fewer cobwebs, more clarity. Number-pill filters visible in Light Mode – no disappearing ink; the counters stay readable under bright daylight. Enjoy your pilgrimage, and let us know if you spot any wandering bugs—we’ll train them to behave in the next release!

This update brings a few well-deserved fixes and a fresh coat of polish to your Goshuin-hunting adventures! We tackled some sneaky bugs, made the app friendlier for travelers and language lovers, and gave light mode users a little extra love. Your journeys (digital and real) just got smoother. - Map Zen Mode Restored: The map now politely centers itself on Japan—even if you get a little too adventurous with your globe-trotting. No more starting your journey in the middle of the Pacific Ocean! - Saved View—Now Less Mysterious: Location info now actually appears when coming from your saved spots. Because surprises are for omikuji, not your navigation. - Translations Polished: Tidied up some wayward Japanese and French translations. Your app should now sound a little less like Google Translate after a long night out. - Light Mode Pills Get a Glow-Up: Improved contrast on those little info pills so your eyes won’t need a vacation after using light mode.