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Meet the tami® desk buddy

A tami desk buddy is a martial arts collectible figure created to celebrate the world of martial arts. Inspired by the tatami mat, tami has grown into a character and collectible brand representing the people, experiences, achievements and journeys found throughout the martial arts community.

Designed by tami Ltd in Scotland, the desk buddy collection brings that idea into physical form: characterful figures made to be displayed on your desk, shelf, training space or wherever you choose to show your collection.

Martial arts collectible figures with a story

Martial arts is about much more than what happens during training or competition. There are first classes, new grades, friendships, events, setbacks, achievements and memories made along the way. The tami collectible range is being developed around those experiences.

Rather than creating just one figure, our aim is to build a growing world of martial arts collectibles, with different editions and releases giving collectors the opportunity to build a collection that reflects their own martial arts story.

Build Your Legacy. Display Your Legacy.

Your martial arts journey is personal. The tami desk buddy collection is designed around the idea of building and displaying that legacy.

Alongside core tami figures, the collection can grow to include limited editions, event releases, special collaborations and other collectible designs. Some releases may only be available in limited quantities or for a particular event, organisation or moment in tami's story.

Limited editions and collectible releases

The tami collection began with early prototype figures and continues with new editions as the character and brand develop. Individual product pages provide the specific details for each release, including availability, edition information and any special features.

If a particular tami catches your eye, check its product page for the latest information – some collectible figures may not be available indefinitely.

A collectible for the martial arts community

Karate is an important part of tami's beginnings, but the bigger vision reaches across the martial arts community. tami is being developed as an inclusive martial arts brand that can celebrate different people, disciplines, grades and experiences without suggesting that there is only one way to be a martial artist.

Whether you're looking for something for your own desk, starting a collection, marking part of your martial arts journey or choosing a gift for someone who loves martial arts, a tami desk buddy is a small way to keep that world close by.

Frequently asked questions

What is a desk buddy?

A desk buddy is a small collectible character designed to sit on a desk, shelf or display. tami desk buddies take that idea into the world of martial arts, combining the tami character with collectible editions and martial arts-inspired designs.

Are tami desk buddies toys?

No. tami desk buddies are collectible display figures intended for ages 14+ and are not toys. Please check the individual product page for the information and guidance applicable to a particular figure.

Are tami collectible figures limited editions?

Some are. tami can release standard, limited and special-edition collectible figures. Where a release is limited, its individual product page will explain the edition and availability.

Will there be more tami desk buddies?

Yes. The tami collectible world is designed to grow, with new figures, editions and collaborations providing more ways to build and display your collection.