Koh Murao was born in Tokyo, Japan. Murao discovered his love for sketching comic book characters began at a very young age, and at nine he began painting lessons. He later continued his studies in Illustration and Design at Tama Art University in Tokyo. Murao's work is based on inspiration from early childhood memories of rural landscapes, picture books, and so on. He enjoys playing with allegory and often places characters in fantasy worlds reminiscent of the fables he loved as a boy.
Other inspiration come from modern art, especially Surrealism. His greatest satisfaction comes from observing his influence on viewers who are moved to invent stories inspired by the work. Murao has previously exhibited in Tokyo and has recieved many awards, including: Nika Design Award Special Prize (2003, 2004); Mainichi Advertising Design Competition Encouragement Award (2003); Chiba Design Award Special Prize (2004); NY Coo Gallery Open Art Contest Choice Award (2007).