Who We Are

The word tempura has a long and winding history. Today though, it’s mostly known for it’s use in the Japanese culinary arts, while one of the words far older meanings has otherwise been largely discarded. But if we look back, we see that both the food and the word first came to the Japanese through Portuguese merchants.

The Portuguese version of the word itself can then be traced back even further to ancient Latin. And continuing throughout this history, these words have evolved with new meanings as well—from blending compounds and practicing restraint to tempering metals and seasoning food.

Originally however—as the Latin tempus—the word meant time. And though the meaning has continued to change through its history, one thread has remained as a single constant.

Things take time. And not just some things, all things. But we press on. We study and we train and we try and we fail.

And we do it all again knowing that every stumble leads us on.

Time tempers and seasons us. And makes us champions in all things.

Time hardens us. And teaches discipline and sacrifice.

Nothing can be done without time. No experience can be gained without it.

And like an armor, that experience stays with us and shields us.

And we wear that armor proudly.

Tempura Brand comes from that time and experience—it comes from the experiences of those who’ve come before, for the benefit of all to share.

Our goal is simple— to work in partnership with you to provide you with our best,
so that you train at your best,
so that you fight at your best.

Welcome to the
TK Team.