Kohei Ogawa Brings Whimsical World to Hong Kong with Green Cow Garden Pop-up
Japanese artist Kohei Ogawa is launching his inaugural trading card collection at a pop-up event in Hong Kong, featuring his beloved characters and storybook universe.
The world of fashion and art is set to collide in Hong Kong as Japanese artist and illustrator Kohei Ogawa brings his whimsical universe to life with the Green Cow Garden pop-up event. Presented by HOW2WORK CTC and organized by SAKA SAKA, the exclusive event will take place at BELOWGROUND at LANDMARK from August 15 to 31.
## Introduction to Green Cow Garden The pop-up event serves as both an immersive gallery and a curated retail space, featuring original artwork, limited-edition vinyl figures, lifestyle goods, and trading cards. At the center of the installation is a 1.4-meter BG Bear statue, anchoring Ogawa's signature soft and storybook aesthetics.
The main highlight of the showcase is Ogawa's debut in the trading card game space: the global launch of the HOW2WORK CTC Green Cow Series 1. The series comprises 137 distinct card designs, including Normal, Rare, Parallel Rare, and Secret rarities, as well as randomly inserted hand-drawn sketch cards and on-card autographed UR cards.
## Trading Card Collection The trading card collection is a natural next step for Ogawa, who wants to introduce his characters to a broader audience. The cards feature a range of characters from his Green Cow Garden universe, set in an old, abandoned human town where animals have built a thriving community. The event-exclusive merchandise includes the BG Bear Collector's Set, which is sure to delight fans of Ogawa's work.
## Event Highlights and Inspiration Ogawa's personal favorite highlights from the pop-up include the trading card box design, the Art Slab set, and a tote bag featuring a print that captures the texture of his original artwork. When asked about the concept of the Green Cow pop-up, Ogawa explained that he wants people to get to know his characters and discover the different personalities he has built over the years. He hopes that visitors will leave the pop-up feeling happy, with a new favorite character or a fresh appreciation for his universe.
The event marks a new chapter in Ogawa's career, as he transitions his artwork from canvas and soft vinyl to collectible cards. With the global launch of his trading card collection, Ogawa is set to reach a new audience and share his whimsical world with fans around the world. Whether you're a longtime fan of Ogawa's work or just discovering his universe, the Green Cow Garden pop-up event is sure to delight and inspire.
