Koji Yada
Acting
1933-04-15 · Tokyo, Japan
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.
Filmography
Another
2012 · Series
One Piece: Strong World Episode 0
2010 · Movie
Graveyard Kitaro
2008 · Series
Den-noh Coil
2007 · Series
Cackling Kitarou
2007 · Series
Looking Up at the Half-Moon
2006 · Series
Monster
2004 · Series
Saint Seiya: The Hades Chapter
2002 · Series
One Piece
1999 · Series
Gin Rei's Blue Eyes
1995 · Movie
映像評伝 朝永振一郎
1995 · Movie
Sangokushi: The Distant Land
1994 · Movie
GinRei
1994 · Series
Fatal Fury 2: The New Battle
1993 · Movie
Fatal Fury: Legend of the Hungry Wolf
1992 · Movie
Dragon Ball Z: Super Android 13!
1992 · Movie
Great Conquest: The Romance of Three Kingdoms
1992 · Movie
Inferious Interplanetary War Chronicle - Condition Green
1991 · Movie
Summer with Kuro
1990 · Movie
Dragon Ball Z: The World's Strongest
1990 · Movie
ビックリマン 無縁ゾーンの秘宝
1988 · Movie
Fist of the North Star
1986 · Movie
Penguin's Memory: A Tale of Happiness
1985 · Movie
Kinnikuman: Great Riot! Justice Chojin
1984 · Movie
Twin Hawks
1984 · Series
Beaten by Black Rain
1984 · Movie
Lensman
1984 · Movie
Kenya Boy
1984 · Movie
The Green Cat
1983 · Movie
I Am A Dog: Don Matsugorou's Life
1983 · Movie
Future War 198X
1982 · Movie
Andromeda Stories
1982 · Movie
Arcadia of My Youth
1982 · Movie
Drifting Clouds
1982 · Movie
Armored Fleet Dairugger XV
1982 · Series
Bokura Mangaka: Tokiwa-sou Monogatari
1981 · Movie
Fuusen no Doratarou
1981 · Series
Mechakko Dotakon
1981 · Series
The Door Into Summer
1981 · Movie
The Fantastic Adventures of Unico
1981 · Movie
Call of the Wild: Howl, Buck
1981 · Movie
The Legend of Marine Snow
1980 · Movie
Galaxy Express 999: Eternal Traveler Emeraldas
1980 · Movie
Maeterlinck's Blue Bird: Tyltyl and Mytyl's Adventurous Journey
1980 · Series
Galaxy Express 999: Can You Live Like a Warrior!!
1979 · Movie
Undersea Super Train: Marine Express
1979 · Movie
Captain Future: The Great Race in the Solar System
1978 · Movie
Arrow Emblem: Grand Prix no taka
1977 · Series
Cat-Eyed Boy
1976 · Series
Akumaizer 3: The Movie
1975 · Movie
Akumaizer 3
1975 · Series
Sindbad the Sailor
1975 · Series
The Little Judge from Hell
1973 · Series
Mazinger Z vs. Devilman
1973 · Movie
Jungle Kurobee
1973 · Series
Babel II
1973 · Series
Mazinger Z
1972 · Series
Little Witch Chappy
1972 · Series
Triton of the Sea
1972 · Series
Cackling Kitarou
1971 · Series
Decision
1971 · Series