Koji Yada
Acting
Koji Yada (矢田 耕司) was a renowned Japanese voice actor, celebrated for his extensive work in anime, video games, and dubbing. He was born on April 15, 1933, in Tokyo, Japan, and passed away on May 1, 2014. Yada was affiliated with the voice talent agency Haikyo (Tokyo Actor's Consumer's Cooperative Society) during his career. Career Highlights Koji Yada was best known for his unique voice, often used to portray villainous, eccentric, or mysterious characters in various iconic anime series and films. His career spanned several decades, and he became a well-known name in the industry. Notable Roles Some of his most memorable roles include: Dr. Gero (Dragon Ball Z): The sinister scientist and creator of the Androids and Cell, Yada's voice perfectly captured the calculating and vengeful nature of the character. Nezumi Otoko (GeGeGe no Kitaro): A recurring character in this classic supernatural anime series, often portrayed as sly and mischievous. Paptimus Scirocco (Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam): The ambitious and manipulative antagonist of the series, a role that showcased Yada's versatility in playing complex villains. King Bradley (Fullmetal Alchemist, 2003 version): Voicing the original King Bradley in the earlier adaptation of the series. Legacy Koji Yada’s distinct voice and ability to bring depth to his characters left a significant impact on the anime industry. Even after his passing, his roles remain cherished by fans around the world. His work continues to inspire both audiences and aspiring voice actors.
Known for
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tvAnother
2012
Ryohei (voice)
movieOne Piece: Strong World Episode 0
2010
Zeff (voice)
tvGraveyard Kitaro
2008
Kinnosuke Ochiba (voice)
tvDen-noh Coil
2007
Illegal (voice) / Null (voice) / Okonogi's Grandfather (voice)
tvCackling Kitarou
2007
Ido-Sennin
tvLooking Up at the Half-Moon
2006
Yoshizō Tada (voice)
tvMonster
2004
Mustafa (voice)
tvSaint Seiya: The Hades Chapter
2002
Old Dohko (voice)
tvOne Piece
1999
Zeff (voice)
movieGin Rei's Blue Eyes
1995
Chandana (voice)
movie映像評伝 朝永振一郎
1995
Narrator (voice)
movieSangokushi: The Distant Land
1994
Huang Zhong (voice)
movieFatal Fury 2: The New Battle
1993
Tung Fu Rue
movieFatal Fury: Legend of the Hungry Wolf
1992
Tung Fu Rue (voice)
movieDragon Ball Z: Super Android 13!
1992
Dr. Gero (voice)
movieGreat Conquest: The Romance of Three Kingdoms
1992
Wang Yun (voice)
movieInferious Interplanetary War Chronicle - Condition Green
1991
Kyus Rotar (voice)
movieSummer with Kuro
1990
Nobuko's Father (voice)
movieDragon Ball Z: The World's Strongest
1990
Dr. Kochin (voice)
movieFist of the North Star
1986
Colonel (voice)
moviePenguin's Memory: A Tale of Happiness
1985
The Jailer (voice)
tvTwin Hawks
1984
リヒター
movieBeaten by Black Rain
1984
Yoshio's Father (voice)
movieLensman
1984
Greedle (voice)
movieKenya Boy
1984
Moor A (voice)
movieThe Green Cat
1983
Ben Heck (voice)
movieFuture War 198X
1982
Lloyd (voice)
movieAndromeda Stories
1982
Chancellor (voice)
movieArcadia of My Youth
1982
Illumidas Officer
movieDrifting Clouds
1982
Tome (voice)
tvArmored Fleet Dairugger XV
1982
Dick ASIMOV (voice)
movieThe Door Into Summer
1981
Professor (voice)
movieThe Fantastic Adventures of Unico
1981
God 4 (voice)
movieCall of the Wild: Howl, Buck
1981
O'Prien (voice)
movieGalaxy Express 999: Eternal Traveler Emeraldas
1980
Captain (voice)
tvMaeterlinck's Blue Bird: Tyltyl and Mytyl's Adventurous Journey
1980
Spirit of the Time
movieGalaxy Express 999: Can You Live Like a Warrior!!
1979
Officer (voice)
movieUndersea Super Train: Marine Express
1979
Skunk Kusai (voice)
tvArrow Emblem: Grand Prix no taka
1977
Masaru Obinata (voice)
tvCat-Eyed Boy
1976
Nadare-Maneki (voice)
movieAkumaizer 3: The Movie
1975
Gabura (voice)
tvAkumaizer 3
1975
Evil (voice)
tvSindbad the Sailor
1975
Baruba (voice)
tvThe Little Judge from Hell
1973
Jigoku-Okuri (voice) / Tatami-Kaeshi (voice)
movieMazinger Z vs. Devilman
1973
Dr. Nossori/Iron Mask
tvBabel II
1973
コンピューター
tvMazinger Z
1972
Dr. Morimori / Piguman
tvLittle Witch Chappy
1972
Papa (voice)
tvTriton of the Sea
1972
Marcus
tvCackling Kitarou
1971
子泣爷爷（配音）
tvDecision
1971
(voice)