Tempura-EN (Jewel Changi Airport) at Jewel Changi Airport
Location: 78 Airport Boulevard, #01-223 Jewel, Singapore Changi Airport, 819666
Floor 1 · Jewel Changi Airport
Artisanal handcrafted tempura at Jewel Changi, made to order with premium seasonal ingredients.
Artisanal handcrafted tempura at Jewel Changi, made to order with premium seasonal ingredients.
Tempura-EN is dedicated to the refined Japanese art of tempura, serving each piece made to order in a comfortable yet elegant setting at Jewel Changi Airport. The chefs take pride in their handcrafted approach, using premium seasonal ingredients and a light, crisp batter that shatters at first bite.It is tempura elevated from a side dish to a centrepiece, showcasing the beauty of simplicity done exceptionally well. Beyond the signature tempura offerings, the menu brings together beloved Japanese classics and contemporary flavours. Diners can enjoy tempura donburi, set meals with rice and miso soup, and a selection of Japanese sides and appetisers. The restaurant's relaxed yet refined atmosphere makes it an inviting spot for a quiet meal, whether you are dining solo or with companions who appreciate the subtleties of Japanese cuisine.
For those who believe that the best tempura is fresh from the fryer, Tempura-EN at Jewel is a must-visit. Watch the chefs work their craft and taste the difference that dedication makes.
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Negative Reviews
Muhammad Zulfadly Bin Abdul Manap
Disappointing experience overall. The staff seemed uninterested in welcoming customers, showing no sense of service orientation—they were more focused on chatting with each other and didn't bother engaging with anyone. Keep in mind, this …
Positive Reviews
DR DAVY GOH
Went to the Jewel Changi Airport branch. Thankfully, no queue when I arrived. The place was decent- very cozy and loved the design and decorations. …
Ji Hyae Seol
We ordered “3 kinds of sashimi”, and it was all fresh! And cold soba noodle was also nice and chewy. …
Lai Kylin
We had our company Chinese New Year lunch at Tempera-En, and it was such a wonderful experience. The staff went above and beyond — they made the effort to remember and carefully write down each of our orders along with our names, which made …
Florentino Jr. L. Garcia
Excellent place to eat authentic Japanese food at Changi Airport. The place is so cozy, neat and very clean. The staff are very hospitable and always smiling. Very good service. Staff on duty Rowell, Ann and Bernard. We had our lunch today …
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Tempura-EN (Jewel Changi Airport)
Tempura Makino Entrance
The image shows the entrance of a Tempura restaurant named 'TEMPURA 天ぷらまきの MAKINO'. The storefront features an ornate, geometric wooden lattice design with illuminated panels above. A sign displays the name in English and Japanese characters. Inside, through the glass, tables and chairs are visible along with hanging lights.
Tempura Makino Storefront
A modern Japanese tempura restaurant with wooden lattice facade and illuminated signage displaying 'TEMPURA MAKINO' in English and Japanese characters. The entrance features black stanchions, menu boards on stands, and a visible interior dining area with warm lighting.
Tempura Makino Entrance
A wooden lattice entrance with illuminated signage reading 'TEMPURA' and Japanese characters, leading into a modern restaurant interior with open kitchen and dining tables.
Tempura-En Entrance
A modern Japanese restaurant entrance featuring a decorative wooden facade with intricate lattice patterns and illuminated signage displaying 'TEMPURA-EN' in both English and Japanese characters. Above the entrance, traditional-style lanterns hang from a curved ceiling structure, casting warm light over the dark tiled floor.
Tempura-En Storefront
A brightly lit shop front with wooden lattice design and illuminated signage displaying 'TEMPURA-EN' in English and Japanese characters. The entrance features a curved facade with warm lighting, and the interior is partially visible through glass panels.
Tempura Makino Storefront
The image shows the exterior entrance of a Tempura restaurant named 'TEMPURA MAKINO'. The facade features traditional Japanese architectural elements, including wooden lattice screens and illuminated lantern-style signs. A large sign displays the name in English and Japanese characters. There are welcome stands with QR codes at the entrance.
Tempura Makino Entrance
A photo of the physical storefront facade of Tempura Makino, featuring a decorative wooden entrance with illuminated signage displaying 'TEMPURA' and 'MAKINO' along with Japanese characters. A queue sign directs customers to wait in line.
Tempura with Dipping Sauce
A close-up of golden-brown tempura shrimp being lifted by wooden chopsticks above a small bowl of dark dipping sauce, likely ponzu or soy-based sauce. In the background, slightly out of focus, is a wooden tray holding additional pieces of tempura, including what appears to be vegetable and possibly fish tempura. The scene is set on a textured brown placemat against a dark backdrop, emphasizing the food's texture and color.
Sushi Bar Interior
A modern sushi bar with a long wooden counter, white chairs, and chefs preparing food in the background. The ceiling features decorative lighting panels.
Japanese Bento Box Meal
A wooden bento box containing various Japanese dishes including tempura shrimp, rice with tuna salad, pickled vegetables, and a small bowl of sauce.
Japanese-style rice bowl with pork and vegetables
A close-up of a black bowl containing white rice topped with glazed pork belly pieces, fried cabbage or similar vegetable, and garnished with microgreens. In the background, there is a wooden tray holding wrapped items (possibly condiments or utensils), a small ceramic dish with green olives, and part of a dark bottle with gold labeling visible on the left.
Fried Egg in Bowl
A single fried egg with crispy edges and a runny yolk served in a small dark ceramic bowl, placed on a woven placemat.
Dessert with Green Jelly and Brown Crumbs
A close-up of a dessert featuring a translucent green jelly sphere topped with a small brown garnish, placed on a clear glass plate with a scalloped edge. The jelly is surrounded by a glossy amber sauce and sprinkled with golden-brown crumbs. Two green leaves are used as decoration.
Tempura Rice Bowl Set
A wooden tray holds a Japanese meal featuring a black bowl of rice topped with tempura, including fried fish and vegetables. Beside it is a small plate with additional tempura pieces. In the background are dipping sauces, a covered tea cup, and chopsticks.
Eel Rice Bowl
A close-up of a black bowl containing grilled eel pieces topped with sesame seeds, served over rice alongside tempura and shredded daikon radish. In the background, there is another dish on a wooden tray and a small lidded container.
Beverage at Bar Counter
A tall glass with layered red and clear liquid, ice cubes, a cherry garnish, and a long stirrer. Background shows kitchen staff in white uniforms behind a counter with bottles on shelves.
Japanese Rice Bowl with Pork and Tempura
A close-up of a Japanese rice bowl featuring grilled pork belly, tempura shrimp, green onions, and seaweed on rice, served in a black bowl on a wooden tray with a small side dish and chopsticks.
Tempura Bowl with Side Dishes
A close-up of a Japanese tempura bowl featuring crispy fried shrimp, fish, and vegetables over rice, accompanied by a small bowl of pickled greens, a black ladle, and an empty textured plate on a wooden tray.
Fried Beef Tempura Cutlet
A close-up of a sliced tempura cutlet, likely beef, served on white paper atop a rectangular plate. The interior shows medium-rare pink meat with visible seasoning or herbs inside the batter.
Chef Preparing Dessert at Counter
A chef in white uniform and mask works behind a light wood counter, shaping a large dome-shaped dessert item. A box of Lacy's Premium Shortening is visible on the counter.
Tempura Plate with Side Dish
A plate of assorted tempura, including shrimp, eggplant, and possibly sweet potato, served on parchment paper atop a dark brown sauce or dip. A small bowl with a golden-brown dipping sauce and a fork are visible in the foreground.
Tempura Platter with Chopsticks
A wooden tray holds a variety of tempura pieces, including shrimp, vegetable fritters, and eggplant. A pair of chopsticks lifts a piece of shrimp tempura above the others. In the background, there is a small bowl of dipping sauce.
Tempura Rice Bowl Meal
A wooden tray holding a Japanese meal featuring tempura rice bowl with crispy fried items, miso soup in a small black bowl, and a side dish of pickled vegetables. Chopsticks and a spoon rest on a textured black plate.
Japanese Meal with Tempura and Soba Noodles
A wooden tray holds a variety of Japanese dishes including tempura rice, soba noodles on ice, pickled vegetables, and a small bowl of green garnish.
Sushi Restaurant Interior
Interior view of a sushi restaurant with wooden ceiling design, hanging lanterns, and chefs preparing food in the kitchen area.
Japanese Meal with Soba Noodles and Tempura
A wooden tray holds a traditional Japanese meal featuring soba noodles served on ice in a bamboo basket, tempura (shrimp, eggplant, zucchini) in a bowl, and a small covered dish likely containing soy sauce or miso soup.
Matcha Dessert with Mint Garnish
A close-up of a green matcha-flavored dessert, possibly ice cream or mousse, served in a dark ceramic bowl. The dish is garnished with fresh mint leaves and dusted with powdered sugar. A metal spoon rests beside the bowl on a light wooden table.
Yakisoba Bowl with Salmon and Tofu
A close-up of a black bowl containing yakisoba noodles topped with slices of salmon, shredded tofu, nori seaweed strips, green onions, and rice grains.
Tempura Rice Bowl with Soup and Side Dish
A close-up of a Japanese meal featuring a bowl of rice topped with golden tempura, including shrimp, eggplant, green beans, and possibly sweet potato. Accompanying the main dish is a small bowl of miso soup on the left and a side dish containing pickled vegetables or seaweed salad on the right. The setting includes wooden trays and black ceramic bowls, suggesting a casual dining environment.
Sashimi Platter with Ice and Garnish
A close-up of a sashimi platter featuring slices of salmon, tuna, and possibly shrimp on crushed ice, garnished with shiso leaves and wasabi. Chopsticks rest nearby on a wooden table.
Sashimi and Tempura
A close-up of a Japanese meal featuring sashimi (slices of salmon and tuna) on a dark plate, accompanied by two small bowls containing tempura (fried batter-coated food). The setting appears to be a restaurant table with light wooden surface.
Oyster on Black Stones
A single oyster in its shell, topped with a creamy sauce or garnish, rests inside a shallow bowl lined with smooth black stones. The bowl has a metallic rim and sits on a dark textured placemat atop a wooden surface. Lighting is warm and focused on the dish.
Tempura Makino Interior View
Interior of Tempura Makino restaurant showing customers dining and waiting in line near entrance with illuminated signage.
Eel Rice Bowl with Tempura
A close-up of a black bowl containing rice topped with grilled eel, tempura shrimp, and garnished with microgreens.
Eel Rice Bowl with Side Dishes
A close-up of a Japanese eel rice bowl (unadon) featuring grilled eel slices, fried egg, shredded nori, and sesame seeds on white rice. Accompanying side dishes include pickled vegetables, miso soup, and a small bowl of sauce or condiment. The meal is served in black ceramic bowls on a light wooden table.
Soba Meal with Tempura
A wooden tray holds a Japanese soba noodle dish served on ice, accompanied by tempura (shrimp, eggplant, green beans), a small bowl of pickled vegetables, and a cup of miso soup. A small figurine sits in the background.
Interior of a Japanese-style restaurant
The image shows the interior of a restaurant with wooden beams and hanging lanterns, featuring a counter area in the background.
Pink Mocktail with Lime and Mint
A tall glass filled with a pink beverage, garnished with lime slices and mint leaves, served in a modern restaurant setting.
Japanese Tempura Bowl Set
A wooden tray holding a black bowl filled with golden-brown tempura shrimp, egg, and vegetables. Accompanying sides include pickled greens in a small blue-and-white bowl, gyoza dumplings in a dark ceramic dish, miso soup in a black bowl, and a separate plate with chopsticks and a spoon.
Sashimi Platter with Salmon and Wasabi
A beautifully arranged sashimi platter featuring slices of fresh salmon, some scored in a diamond pattern, garnished with shredded daikon radish and green shiso leaves. The fish is served on crushed ice within a dark ceramic dish, accompanied by a dollop of wasabi.
Sushi Bar Interior
A sushi chef in white uniform and hat is preparing food at a counter with bottles of sake lined up on the shelf behind him. The wooden counter has small cards placed on it, likely indicating orders or prices.
Japanese Meal with Soba Noodles and Tempura
A top-down view of a wooden tray holding a traditional Japanese meal. The main dish is soba noodles served in a bamboo basket over crushed ice. Accompanying items include a bowl of tempura (shrimp, fish, eggplant), a small bowl of pickled vegetables, a cup of green tea with matcha garnish, and an empty ceramic cup.
Fried Egg Dish in Stone Bowl
A close-up of a fried egg served in a small, dark stone bowl. The egg appears to be topped with some sauce and possibly garlic or other garnishes. The dish is placed on a light wooden table next to a bamboo tray.
Matcha Dessert with Mint Garnish
A close-up of a round, light green dessert dusted with matcha powder and topped with fresh mint leaves, served on a metallic plate.
Tempura Platter with Shrimp and Vegetables
A close-up of a golden-brown tempura platter featuring crispy battered shrimp, eggplant, zucchini, and possibly pumpkin or sweet potato slices, served on white paper atop a dark plate. A small dollop of wasabi sits beside the food. In the background, there is a black ceramic bowl with lid, another empty dish, and part of a wooden table in what appears to be a Japanese restaurant interior.
Sashimi Platter with Ice and Wasabi
A close-up of a sashimi platter featuring slices of tuna, salmon, and white fish arranged on crushed ice in a dark ceramic dish. A green leaf garnish is placed beside the fish, and a dollop of wasabi sits to the side.
Spring Menu Poster
A promotional poster featuring spring-themed Japanese dishes and drinks, including Sakura Ebi Kakiage Yasai Tendon, Lychee Blossom Highball, Nodoguro Tempura, and others with prices listed in Singapore dollars.
Pink Drink with Lime Garnish
A tall glass filled with a pink beverage, garnished with a lime slice and mint leaves, sits on a light wooden table in a well-lit indoor setting.
Japanese Tempura Meal
A wooden tray with a plate of tempura (vegetables and shrimp), rice in a bowl, miso soup, pickles, and dipping sauce. The setting is an indoor restaurant with modern decor, featuring a black tufted booth seat and geometric ceiling lights.
Dessert with Jelly and Fruit
A close-up of a dessert featuring translucent jelly topped with red fruit pieces and mint leaves, served on a round glass plate.
Tempura Makiino Brochure Page
Open brochure page featuring a large image of tempura shrimp on the left and four smaller photos of kitchen scenes on the right. Text describes Tempura Makiino, a Japanese tempura chain emphasizing handmade batter and one-by-one service.
Unagi Tempura Hitsumabushi Instruction card
A printed instruction card showing four steps to eat Unagi Tempura Hitsumabushi, including dividing into portions, eating as is, with condiments, and as ochazuke with dashi.
Japanese Restaurant Menu Spread
Open menu book displaying Japanese dishes including tempura, salmon donburi, and vegetable sets with rice and soup accompaniments.
Gozen Menu Page
A printed menu page featuring two gozen dishes with photos and descriptions, including Salmon Belly Tempura Gozen and Unagi Tempura Gozen.
Mandarin Dumpling Dessert
A close-up of a dark ceramic plate holding three dumplings filled with mandarin segments, dusted with powdered sugar and garnished with mint leaves.
Special Tendon Menu Page
A close-up of a printed menu page featuring 'Set Meals Special Tendon'. The main image shows a bowl of tempura with shrimp and vegetables, accompanied by miso soup and side dishes. A hand holds the menu open on a table.
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