
About
Koji Yada
Overview
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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2010 | One Piece: Strong World Episode 0 | Actor | Zeff (voice) | 60 Fair |
2007 | Cackling Kitarou | Actor | Ido-Sennin | 70 Good |
2006 | Looking Up at the Half-Moon | Actor | Yoshizō Tada (voice) | 69 Fair |
1995 | Gin Rei's Blue Eyes | Actor | Chandana (voice) | N/A N/A |
1994 | Sangokushi: The Distant Land | Actor | Huang Zhong (voice) | 58 Average |
1994 | GinRei | Actor | 69 Fair |
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1993 | Fatal Fury 2: The New Battle | Actor | Tung Fu Rue | 59 Average |
1992 | Fatal Fury: Legend of the Hungry Wolf | Actor | Tung Fu Rue (voice) | 58 Average |
1992 | Dragon Ball Z: Super Android 13! | Actor | Dr. Gero (voice) | 64 Fair |
1991 | Inferious Interplanetary War Chronicle - Condition Green | Actor | Kyus Rotar (voice) | N/A N/A |
1990 | Summer with Kuro | Actor | Nobuko's Father (voice) | 59 Average |
1990 | Dragon Ball Z: The World's Strongest | Actor | Dr. Kochin (voice) | 62 Fair |
1988 | ビックリマン 無縁ゾーンの秘宝 | Actor | N/A N/A |
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1986 | Fist of the North Star | Actor | Colonel (voice) | 61 Fair |
1985 | Penguin's Memory: A Tale of Happiness | Actor | The Jailer (voice) | 59 Average |
1984 | Kinnikuman: Great Riot! Justice Chojin | Actor | 58 Average |
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1984 | Twin Hawks | Actor | リヒター | 69 Fair |
1984 | Beaten by Black Rain | Actor | Yoshio's Father (voice) | 58 Average |
1984 | Lensman | Actor | Greedle (voice) | 58 Average |
1984 | Kenya Boy | Actor | Moor A (voice) | 58 Average |
1983 | The Green Cat | Actor | Heck Ben (voice) | 58 Average |
1983 | I Am A Dog: Don Matsugorou's Life | Actor | N/A N/A |
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1982 | Future War 198X | Actor | Lloyd (voice) | 58 Average |
1982 | Andromeda Stories | Actor | Chancellor (voice) | 58 Average |
1982 | Space Pirate Captain Harlock: Arcadia of My Youth | Actor | Illumidas Officer | 59 Average |
1982 | Arcadia of My Youth | Actor | Illumidas Officer | N/A N/A |
1982 | Drifting Clouds | Actor | Tome (voice) | 58 Average |
1982 | Armored Fleet Dairugger XV | Actor | Dick ASIMOV (voice) | 69 Fair |
1981 | Bokura Mangaka: Tokiwa-sou Monogatari | Actor | 園山俊二 | N/A N/A |
1981 | Fuusen no Doratarou | Actor | 頑固先生 | N/A N/A |
1981 | Mechakko Dotakon | Actor | 戸部源太 | 68 Fair |
1981 | The Door Into Summer | Actor | Professor (voice) | 58 Average |
1981 | The Fantastic Adventures of Unico | Actor | God 4 (voice) | 59 Average |
1981 | Call of the Wild: Howl, Buck | Actor | O'Prien (voice) | 58 Average |
1980 | The Legend of Marine Snow | Actor | 58 Average |
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1980 | Galaxy Express 999: Eternal Traveler Emeraldas | Actor | Captain (voice) | 58 Average |
1980 | Maeterlinck's Blue Bird: Tyltyl and Mytyl's Adventurous Journey | Actor | Spirit of the Time | N/A N/A |
1979 | Galaxy Express 999: Can You Live Like a Warrior!! | Actor | Officer (voice) | 58 Average |
1979 | Undersea Super Train: Marine Express | Actor | Skunk Kusai (voice) | 58 Average |
1978 | Captain Future: The Great Race in the Solar System | Actor | 59 Average |
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1977 | Arrow Emblem: Grand Prix no taka | Actor | Masaru Obinata (voice) | 69 Fair |
1976 | Cat-Eyed Boy | Actor | Nadare-Maneki (voice) | N/A N/A |
1975 | Akumaizer 3: The Movie | Actor | Gabura (voice) | N/A N/A |
1975 | Sindbad the Sailor | Actor | Baruba (voice) | 70 Good |
1973 | Mazinger Z vs. Devilman | Actor | Dr. Nossori/Iron Mask | 58 Average |
1973 | Jungle Kurobee | Actor | パパ | N/A N/A |
1973 | Babel II | Actor | コンピューター | 69 Fair |
1972 | Mazinger Z | Actor | Dr. Morimori / Piguman | 77 Good |
1972 | Little Witch Chappy | Actor | Papa (voice) | N/A N/A |
1972 | Triton of the Sea | Actor | Marcus | 67 Fair |
1971 | Decision | Actor | (voice) | 69 Fair |