CHARLES LAI ©2025
Visual Identity, Art Direction,

Photography, Graphic Design

Based in Tokyo, work for global

hello@charleslai.jp
Behance, Instagram, Linkedln

CHARLES LAI ©2025
Visual Identity, Art Direction,

Photography, Graphic Design

Based in Tokyo, work for global

hello@charleslai.jp
Behance, Instagram, Linkedln

Role:

Campaign Idea & Design & Production / Art Direction / Visual Design / In-store Displays Design / POP & Posters Design / Promotion Materials

Tanqueray Japan

2022

Tanqueray Japan

Tanqueray Japan

2022
2022

Role:

Role:

Campaign Idea & Design & Production / Art Direction / Visual Design / In-store Displays Design / POP & Posters Design / Promotion Materials

Campaign Idea & Design & Production / Art Direction / Visual Design / In-store Displays Design / POP & Posters Design / Promotion Materials

Repositioning a heritage gin brand through multi-sensory experiences and collaborative design

About the project

From 2022 to 2024, we worked closely with Tanqueray Japan across all major creative outputs — from printed assets and in-store displays to packaging, brand partnerships, and experiential campaigns. While Tanqueray holds strong global recognition, it faced challenges in Japan: rising interest in local craft gin, and no dedicated social media channel to reach consumers directly.

To help the brand reconnect with younger, style-conscious drinkers, we reimagined its expression in Japan through refined, sensory-led design. This included Tanqueray Oasis, a multi-sensory activation inviting visitors to explore the gin through sound, scent, and taste. We also launched a seasonal collaboration with premium soda maker Aarke, positioning Tanqueray as a natural fit for elevated home cocktail moments.

Result

The campaign refreshed Tanqueray’s presence in Japan, expanding its relevance to a younger demographic and opening new brand touchpoints through design, retail, and lifestyle-led collaborations.

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Diageo Japan & R/GA.
Diageo Japan & R/GA.
Diageo Japan & R/GA.
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All Rights Reserved. 
Client
Client
Client
Diageo Japan
Diageo Japan
Diageo Japan
Agency
Agency
Agency
R/GA
R/GA
R/GA
Creative Director
Creative Director
Creative Director
Masaya Nakade
Masaya Nakade
Masaya Nakade
Art Director
Art Director
Art Director
Charles Lai
Charles Lai
Charles Lai
Illustrator
Illustrator
Illustrator
chan seating
chan seating
chan seating
Copywriter
Copywriter
Copywriter
AOI Nameraishi / Naru Kudo
AOI Nameraishi / Naru Kudo
AOI Nameraishi / Naru Kudo
Photographer
Photographer
Photographer
Yamamoto Yusuke / SHUNSUKE AKAGI
Yamamoto Yusuke / SHUNSUKE AKAGI
Yamamoto Yusuke / SHUNSUKE AKAGI
Client Service
Client Service
Client Service
Naru Kudo
Naru Kudo
Naru Kudo