Biography

Masao Maruyama was born in Shiogama, Miyagi, Japan. In 1959, he joined Mushi Productions, where he began his career in the anime industry. In 1972, Maruyama co-founded Studio Madhouse with renowned anime creators Osamu Dezaki, Rintaro, and Yoshiak... Read more

Masao Maruyama was born in Shiogama, Miyagi, Japan. In 1959, he joined Mushi Productions, where he began his career in the anime industry. In 1972, Maruyama co-founded Studio Madhouse with renowned anime creators Osamu Dezaki, Rintaro, and Yoshiaki Kawajiri. Throughout his career, he worked on various anime projects, contributing to the success of many popular series. In 2002, Maruyama received the "Special/Lifetime Achievement" Award at the 7th Animation Kobe for his outstanding contributions to the anime industry. In 2011, he went on to establish MAPPA studio, showcasing his passion for ... Read more