Racing Car-Inspired Artwork by Painter Shohei Ochiai to be Specially Exhibited at glo™ Store Ginza for a Limited Time Starting April 29
BAT Japan will host a special limited-time exhibition of the artwork '400km/h' by painter Shohei Ochiai, inspired by McLaren Racing, at glo™ Store Ginza from April 29 to May 10, 2026.
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- Public exhibition of the acclaimed work first unveiled at the 'Japan Race After Party sponsored by glo™' on March 29, 2026
- Up-close appreciation of a large-scale work embodying 'precision and excitement'
British American Tobacco Japan (BAT Japan), headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo, represented by Mauricio Lara, will hold a special limited-time exhibition of '400km/h,' a work inspired by racing cars by painter Shohei Ochiai, at glo™ Store Ginza from Wednesday, April 29, 2026, to Sunday, May 10, 2026.
Through this exhibition, visitors can experience the precision and speed symbolized by McLaren Racing, alongside the sophisticated world of glo™, through art.
Collaboration with 'glo™ Hilo Plus: McLaren Racing Inspired Limited Edition'
As a Principal Partner of the world-class racing team McLaren Racing, BAT Japan released the 'glo™ Hilo Plus: McLaren Racing Inspired Limited Edition' on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. This device, the most premium in glo™ history, was inspired by the team's worldview.
As part of the device's campaign, 'Power of Connection,' creators from various cultural sectors were appointed. Shohei Ochiai participated as a collaborator in the art sector, joining Aile The Shota × A.G.O (music) and Rogerio Igarashi Vaz of Bar TRENCH (cocktails).
'400km/h' Created by Shohei Ochiai
This work was created under the theme of 'machine precision and the excitement of racing' through a collaboration with the limited edition device. It was first unveiled during the 'Japan Race After Party sponsored by glo™' on March 29, 2026, where it linked with the exhilaration of the race and attracted significant attention from attendees.
Comment from Shohei Ochiai
'In this work, I focused on "machine precision" and "the excitement of driving." Because it is a large-scale piece, I hope you will come to the venue and take a close look at the details.'
Outline of the Special Art Exhibition
Period: April 29 (Wed) – May 10 (Sun), 2026
Hours: 10:00 – 20:00
Location: glo™ Store Ginza (1F/2F Hulic Ginza 2-chome Yanagi-dori Bldg, 2-5-19 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0061)
About Shohei Ochiai
Born in Omiya, Saitama. Graduated from Tama Art University, Department of Product and Textile Design. He has presented paintings and drawings depicting everyday items. His work is characterized by dynamic, unpredictable forms, a sense of three-dimensionality, and line drawings made with strong pressure, developing unique character expressions. In 2022, he provided artwork for the launch merchandise of 'JOOPITER,' a digital auction house hosted by Pharrell Williams. In 2024, he collaborated on a triple-branded collection with NEWERA and the Yomiuri Giants. In 2025, his work began being handled by 'JOOPITER Marketplace,' and in 2026, he created the jacket for artist 'underscores,' expanding his scope of activities globally.
About Heated Tobacco glo™
Latest information on products and campaigns can be found at the official glo™ website: https://www.myglo.com/jp/ja/ and official Instagram account (@glo_japan).
- Up-close appreciation of a large-scale work embodying 'precision and excitement'
British American Tobacco Japan (BAT Japan), headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo, represented by Mauricio Lara, will hold a special limited-time exhibition of '400km/h,' a work inspired by racing cars by painter Shohei Ochiai, at glo™ Store Ginza from Wednesday, April 29, 2026, to Sunday, May 10, 2026.
Through this exhibition, visitors can experience the precision and speed symbolized by McLaren Racing, alongside the sophisticated world of glo™, through art.
Collaboration with 'glo™ Hilo Plus: McLaren Racing Inspired Limited Edition'
As a Principal Partner of the world-class racing team McLaren Racing, BAT Japan released the 'glo™ Hilo Plus: McLaren Racing Inspired Limited Edition' on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. This device, the most premium in glo™ history, was inspired by the team's worldview.
As part of the device's campaign, 'Power of Connection,' creators from various cultural sectors were appointed. Shohei Ochiai participated as a collaborator in the art sector, joining Aile The Shota × A.G.O (music) and Rogerio Igarashi Vaz of Bar TRENCH (cocktails).
'400km/h' Created by Shohei Ochiai
This work was created under the theme of 'machine precision and the excitement of racing' through a collaboration with the limited edition device. It was first unveiled during the 'Japan Race After Party sponsored by glo™' on March 29, 2026, where it linked with the exhilaration of the race and attracted significant attention from attendees.
Comment from Shohei Ochiai
'In this work, I focused on "machine precision" and "the excitement of driving." Because it is a large-scale piece, I hope you will come to the venue and take a close look at the details.'
Outline of the Special Art Exhibition
Period: April 29 (Wed) – May 10 (Sun), 2026
Hours: 10:00 – 20:00
Location: glo™ Store Ginza (1F/2F Hulic Ginza 2-chome Yanagi-dori Bldg, 2-5-19 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0061)
About Shohei Ochiai
Born in Omiya, Saitama. Graduated from Tama Art University, Department of Product and Textile Design. He has presented paintings and drawings depicting everyday items. His work is characterized by dynamic, unpredictable forms, a sense of three-dimensionality, and line drawings made with strong pressure, developing unique character expressions. In 2022, he provided artwork for the launch merchandise of 'JOOPITER,' a digital auction house hosted by Pharrell Williams. In 2024, he collaborated on a triple-branded collection with NEWERA and the Yomiuri Giants. In 2025, his work began being handled by 'JOOPITER Marketplace,' and in 2026, he created the jacket for artist 'underscores,' expanding his scope of activities globally.
About Heated Tobacco glo™
Latest information on products and campaigns can be found at the official glo™ website: https://www.myglo.com/jp/ja/ and official Instagram account (@glo_japan).