Painter Kotao Tomozawa Holds First Solo Exhibition in Southeast Asia at Thailand's CURU GALLERY; Central Department Store Launches Beauty Campaign Nationwide Featuring Tomozawa's Artwork

Kotao Tomozawa New Solo Exhibition "Too Much Heaven"

CURU GALLERY, an art gallery based in Bangkok, Thailand, will hold the first new solo exhibition in Southeast Asia by Japanese-based painter Kotao Tomozawa (Kotao Tomozawa), who is attracting significant attention both domestically and internationally. The exhibition is titled "Too Much Heaven."

This exhibition, "Too Much Heaven," which marks her first solo exhibition in Thailand and Southeast Asia, will feature new paintings created specifically for this occasion.

Tomozawa, widely known for her depictions of figures covered in slime-like substances, explores the sensations of life and the presence of the body through her unique painting style. This exhibition will present her latest works, showcasing the deepening of her recent creative process.

In conjunction with this exhibition, Tomozawa will be staying in Bangkok to work on large-scale pieces. The works completed on-site will be one of the highlights of the exhibition.

This exhibition, her first solo show in Thailand and including on-site creation, marks a new milestone in Kotao Tomozawa's career.

Key Visual for Kotao Tomozawa's New Solo Exhibition "Too Much Heaven"

-Exhibition Information- Kotao Tomozawa “Too Much Heaven”

・Dates: 24 July – 6 September 2026 ・Opening Hours: Wed – Sun, 12:00–17:00 / Closed: Mon & Tue ・Opening Reception: 23 July 2026, 18:30–20:30 ・Venue: WAREHOUSE 30, Charoen Krung 30, Charoen Krung Road, Bangrak District, Bangkok 10500 ・Presented by: CURU GALLERY ・Curated by: SUNNYES

-Artist Profile-

Kotao Tomozawa (Kotao Tomozawa)

Creates unique portraits that intertwine slime-like substances with organic motifs.

Born in Bordeaux, France, in 1999

Graduated from Tokyo University of the Arts, Department of Oil Painting, in 2022

Completed Master's program in Oil Painting at Tokyo University of the Arts in 2024

Kotao Tomozawa

Central Department Store's "BEAUTY BONUS" Campaign Nationwide Features Kotao Tomozawa's Artwork as Key Visual!

The "BEAUTY BONUS" campaign will run from July 1, 2026, to October 31, 2026, in the Beauty Gallery departments of all Central Group stores across Thailand.

-For details, please refer to the official release from Central Department Store below-

Central Chidlom Elevates Signature "BEAUTY BONUS" Campaign into Artistic Beauty Experience from 1st July – 31th October 2026

Featuring the unique contemporary art of KOTAO, a rising Japanese-French sensation known for mesmerizing, surreal portraits that blend softness, translucency and fluid textures.

"BEAUTY BONUS" campaign Key Visual

BANGKOK - Central Department Store, under Central Retail, has reinforced its status as a flagship destination that transcends traditional shopping. It has become a true curator of inspiration, bringing together handpicked products, services, art, and personalised experiences under one roof. Most recently, Central Department Store collaborated with KOTAO (Kotao Tomozawa), a contemporary painter garnering international acclaim, to create a unique artistic experience for its signature "BEAUTY BONUS" campaign. KOTAO's artwork serves as the campaign's new Key Visual, redefining its visual identity. This initiative perfectly reflects the modern department store concept: creating experiences that extend beyond shopping by seamlessly weaving together beauty, art, and cultural value.

Bringing Art to Life: Central's Signature Beauty Campaign

Central Department Store has selected one of KOTAO's masterpieces as the central Key Visual for the BEAUTY BONUS campaign because her art explores beauty in a profound, complex, and unique light. This aligns perfectly with the philosophy of Beauty Galerie, which views beauty as more than just physical appearance, but rather as a reflection of individual identity, image, and inspiration through a contemporary, distinctive lens.

As one of Central's signature beauty campaigns held four times a year, BEAUTY BONUS is highly anticipated by beauty enthusiasts for offering escalating rewards based on beauty purchase — the more you shop, the greater the bonus.

BEAUTY BONUS campaign runs from 1 July to 31 October 2026 at Beauty Galerie department, every Central store. The campaign offers exceptional privileges for customers purchasing cosmetics and fragrances under specified conditions, including:

• Up to 5,000 Baht in cash coupons or digital coupons.

• Up to 27.5% Rewards with double The 1 points redemption of your total purchase (exclusive to Fri - Sun)

• Up to 20% in The 1 & Credit Card Rewards

This edition of the BEAUTY BONUS campaign will be promoted across Central Department Store's omni-channels, including in-store displays, out-of-home media, and social platforms. By featuring KOTAO's artwork as the campaign's core imagery, it offers a fresh perspective on the world of beauty — showing that it is not confined to cosmetics, skincare, or fragrances, but is deeply connected to art, personal taste, and self-expression. This makes BEAUTY BONUS more than just a promotional campaign; it becomes a cultural expression that brings together art, beauty and self-expression, telling a contemporary story of beauty that aligns with Central's vision of creating meaningful customer experiences.

Integrating contemporary art into the BEAUTY BONUS campaign stands as a testament to Central Department Store's commitment to pushing the boundaries of retail, transforming the shopping experience into an inspirational destination that beautifully bridges beauty, art, and lifestyle.

Experience the BEAUTY BONUS campaign from 1st July to 31st October 2026 at Beauty Galerie, every Central store. For more details, follow Central Department Store's communication channels. Enjoy a seamless shopping experience through Central's convenient channels, including website (www.central.co.th), Facebook Live and Inbox at Facebook Page: Central Department Store (www.facebook.com/CentralDepartmentStore), Central TikTok Shop or Chat & Shop with CENNI, Central's first AI-Powered Shopping Assistant via Central LINE Official Account and Central App.

About Kotao Tomozawa

KOTAO is a contemporary painter who was raised between France and Japan. Born in Bordeaux, France, in 1999, she relocated to Japan in 2004 and studied Oil Painting at the Tokyo University of the Arts, one of the country's most prestigious art institutions. Her work is distinctively characterised by portraits enveloped in slime-like materials and organic textures, creating a visual language that is unconventional, sensitive, mysterious, and powerful.

Instagram: @tkotao, @chan_kotao

About Central Retail

Central Retail Corporation Public Company Limited ("the Company" or "Central Retail") is the leading Multi-Format, Multi-Category, Omnichannel Retail and Wholesale platform in Thailand and Vietnam. The Company has a network of 3,777 stores (as of 31 March 2026) such as department stores, specialty stores, supermarket, hypermarket, wholesale, and retail plaza. Central Retail's business is organized into 4 operating segments based on business units; (1) Food, which focuses on groceries and items including products and services for both people and pets under portfolio of retail and wholesale banners, for example, TOPS, TOPS FOOD HALL, TOPS FINE FOOD, TOPS DAILY, TOPS CARE and GO WHOLESALE in Thailand and Big C / GO! hypermarket, Tops Market Vietnam, go! and Lan Chi Mart in Vietnam; (2) Hardline, which focuses on electronics, home improvement, stationery, office equipment, book, and e-Book under portfolio of retail banners, for example, Thaiwatsadu, Thaiwatsadu x BnB home, Auto1, Power Buy, OfficeMate, B2S, Meb, and Nguyen Kim; (3) Fashion, which focuses on apparel and accessories under portfolio of retail banners, for example, Central Department Store, Robinson Department Store, Supersports, and Central Marketing Group; (4) Property, which focuses on leasing retail property to third parties and to its own stores at retail plazas, for example, Robinson Lifestyle, Tops Plaza, and Big C / GO! mall Vietnam. As of 31 March 2026, Central Retail has a presence in 2 countries: comprising of 63 provinces in Thailand and 26 provinces in Vietnam.

Contact Information

[Inquiries regarding Kotao Tomozawa's new solo exhibition "Too Much Heaven"]

Please contact CURU GALLERY via email or Instagram DM.

Email: [email protected]

Instagram account: @curugallery

[Inquiries regarding the "BEAUTY BONUS" campaign]

For further information, please contact the Public Relations Department, Central Department Store:

Nuttavimol Mahintoratep

Email: [email protected]

Tel: +66 (0)95 995 1665

Saralporn Wichayachart

Email: [email protected]

Tel: +66 (0)82 415 5636