Koji Yada
- Known for
- Acting
- Born
- April 15, 1933
- Died
- May 1, 2014 (aged 81)
- Birthplace
- Tokyo, Japan
Biography
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
Filmography
Another
TV · as Ryohei (voice) · 4 eps
One Piece: Strong World Episode 0
Movie · as Zeff (voice)
Graveyard Kitaro
TV · as Kinnosuke Ochiba (voice) · 1 ep
Cackling Kitarou
TV · as Ido-Sennin · 100 eps
Den-noh Coil
TV · as Illegal (voice), Null (voice), Okonogi's Grandfather (voice) · 1 ep
Looking Up at the Half-Moon
TV · as Yoshizō Tada (voice) · 6 eps
Monster
TV · as Mustafa (voice) · 2 eps
Saint Seiya: The Hades Chapter
TV · as Old Dohko (voice) · 6 eps
One Piece
TV · as Zeff (voice) · 2 eps
Gin Rei's Blue Eyes
Movie · as Chandana (voice)
映像評伝 朝永振一郎
Movie · as Narrator (voice)
Sangokushi: The Distant Land
Movie · as Huang Zhong (voice)
GinRei
TV · 3 eps
Fatal Fury 2: The New Battle
Movie · as Tung Fu Rue
Dragon Ball Z: Super Android 13!
Movie · as Dr. Gero (voice)
Fatal Fury: Legend of the Hungry Wolf
Movie · as Tung Fu Rue (voice)
Great Conquest: The Romance of Three Kingdoms
Movie · as Wang Yun (voice)
Inferious Interplanetary War Chronicle - Condition Green
Movie · as Kyus Rotar (voice)
Summer with Kuro
Movie · as Nobuko's Father (voice)
Dragon Ball Z: The World's Strongest
Movie · as Dr. Kochin (voice)
ビックリマン 無縁ゾーンの秘宝
Movie
Fist of the North Star
Movie · as Colonel (voice)
Penguin's Memory: A Tale of Happiness
Movie · as The Jailer (voice)
Beaten by Black Rain
Movie · as Yoshio's Father (voice)
Lensman
Movie · as Greedle (voice)
Kenya Boy
Movie · as Moor A (voice)
Kinnikuman: Great Riot! Justice Chojin
Movie
Twin Hawks
TV · as リヒター · 36 eps
I Am A Dog: Don Matsugorou's Life
Movie
The Green Cat
Movie · as Ben Heck (voice)
Andromeda Stories
Movie · as Chancellor (voice)
Drifting Clouds
Movie · as Tome (voice)
Future War 198X
Movie · as Lloyd (voice)
Arcadia of My Youth
Movie · as Illumidas Officer
Armored Fleet Dairugger XV
TV · as Dick ASIMOV (voice) · 52 eps
The Fantastic Adventures of Unico
Movie · as God 4 (voice)
Bokura Mangaka: Tokiwa-sou Monogatari
Movie · as 園山俊二
Call of the Wild: Howl, Buck
Movie · as O'Prien (voice)
The Door Into Summer
Movie · as Professor (voice)
Mechakko Dotakon
TV · as 戸部源太 · 28 eps
Fuusen no Doratarou
TV · as 頑固先生 · 13 eps
The Legend of Marine Snow
Movie
Galaxy Express 999: Eternal Traveler Emeraldas
Movie · as Captain (voice)
Maeterlinck's Blue Bird: Tyltyl and Mytyl's Adventurous Journey
TV · as Spirit of the Time · 26 eps
Galaxy Express 999: Can You Live Like a Warrior!!
Movie · as Officer (voice)
Undersea Super Train: Marine Express
Movie · as Skunk Kusai (voice)
The Tale of Jean Valjean
Movie · as Judge (voice)
Captain Future: The Great Race in the Solar System
Movie
Arrow Emblem: Grand Prix no taka
TV · as Masaru Obinata (voice) · 44 eps
Cat-Eyed Boy
TV · as Nadare-Maneki (voice) · 25 eps
Akumaizer 3: The Movie
Movie · as Gabura (voice)
Sindbad the Sailor
TV · as Baruba (voice) · 52 eps
Akumaizer 3
TV · as Evil (voice) · 38 eps
Mazinger Z vs. Devilman
Movie · as Dr. Nossori/Iron Mask
The Little Judge from Hell
TV · as Jigoku-Okuri (voice), Tatami-Kaeshi (voice) · 1 ep
Babel II
TV · as コンピューター · 39 eps
Jungle Kurobee
TV · as パパ · 31 eps
Triton of the Sea
TV · as Marcus · 27 eps
Mazinger Z
TV · as Dr. Morimori / Piguman · 92 eps
Little Witch Chappy
TV · as Papa (voice) · 39 eps
Decision
TV · as (voice) · 25 eps
Cackling Kitarou
TV · as 子泣爷爷（配音） · 45 eps