Koji Yada
Acting • Born 1933-04-15 – Died 2014-05-01
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.
Filmography
63 credits
I Am A Dog: Don Matsugorou's Life
Movie • 1983
Dragon Ball Z: Super Android 13!
Movie • 1992
Dr. Gero (voice)
Akumaizer 3: The Movie
Movie • 1975
Gabura (voice)
The Legend of Marine Snow
Movie • 1980
One Piece: Strong World Episode 0
Movie • 2010
Zeff (voice)
The Fantastic Adventures of Unico
Movie • 1981
God 4 (voice)
Sangokushi: The Distant Land
Movie • 1994
Huang Zhong (voice)
Galaxy Express 999: Eternal Traveler Emeraldas
Movie • 1980
Captain (voice)
Gin Rei's Blue Eyes
Movie • 1995
Chandana (voice)
Mazinger Z vs. Devilman
Movie • 1973
Dr. Nossori/Iron Mask
Andromeda Stories
Movie • 1982
Chancellor (voice)
Beaten by Black Rain
Movie • 1984
Yoshio's Father (voice)
Galaxy Express 999: Can You Live Like a Warrior!!
Movie • 1979
Officer (voice)
Drifting Clouds
Movie • 1982
Tome (voice)
Inferious Interplanetary War Chronicle - Condition Green
Movie • 1991
Kyus Rotar (voice)
The Green Cat
Movie • 1983
Ben Heck (voice)
Captain Future: The Great Race in the Solar System
Movie • 1978
Summer with Kuro
Movie • 1990
Nobuko's Father (voice)
Future War 198X
Movie • 1982
Lloyd (voice)
Bokura Mangaka: Tokiwa-sou Monogatari
Movie • 1981
園山俊二
Fatal Fury: Legend of the Hungry Wolf
Movie • 1992
Tung Fu Rue (voice)
Fatal Fury 2: The New Battle
Movie • 1993
Tung Fu Rue
Call of the Wild: Howl, Buck
Movie • 1981
O'Prien (voice)
Dragon Ball Z: The World's Strongest
Movie • 1990
Dr. Kochin (voice)
Undersea Super Train: Marine Express
Movie • 1979
Skunk Kusai (voice)
Lensman
Movie • 1984
Greedle (voice)
The Door Into Summer
Movie • 1981
Professor (voice)
Penguin's Memory: A Tale of Happiness
Movie • 1985
The Jailer (voice)
Kenya Boy
Movie • 1984
Moor A (voice)
Kinnikuman: Great Riot! Justice Chojin
Movie • 1984
ビックリマン 無縁ゾーンの秘宝
Movie • 1988
Fist of the North Star
Movie • 1986
Colonel (voice)
Arcadia of My Youth
Movie • 1982
Illumidas Officer
映像評伝 朝永振一郎
Movie • 1995
Narrator (voice)
Decision
TV • 1971
(voice)
Maeterlinck's Blue Bird: Tyltyl and Mytyl's Adventurous Journey
TV • 1980
Spirit of the Time
Triton of the Sea
TV • 1972
Marcus
Mazinger Z
TV • 1972
Dr. Morimori / Piguman
Little Witch Chappy
TV • 1972
Papa (voice)
Sindbad the Sailor
TV • 1975
Baruba (voice)
Looking Up at the Half-Moon
TV • 2006
Yoshizō Tada (voice)
Cat-Eyed Boy
TV • 1976
Nadare-Maneki (voice)
Monster
TV • 2004
Mustafa (voice)
Another
TV • 2012
Ryohei (voice)
Saint Seiya: The Hades Chapter
TV • 2002
Old Dohko (voice)
GinRei
TV • 1994
Babel II
TV • 1973
コンピューター
Graveyard Kitaro
TV • 2008
Kinnosuke Ochiba (voice)
Cackling Kitarou
TV • 2007
Ido-Sennin
Armored Fleet Dairugger XV
TV • 1982
Dick ASIMOV (voice)
The Little Judge from Hell
TV • 1973
Jigoku-Okuri (voice)
The Little Judge from Hell
TV • 1973
Tatami-Kaeshi (voice)
Jungle Kurobee
TV • 1973
パパ
Mechakko Dotakon
TV • 1981
戸部源太
Fuusen no Doratarou
TV • 1981
頑固先生
Arrow Emblem: Grand Prix no taka
TV • 1977
Masaru Obinata (voice)
Akumaizer 3
TV • 1975
Evil (voice)
Twin Hawks
TV • 1984
リヒター
One Piece
TV • 1999
Zeff (voice)
Den-noh Coil
TV • 2007
Illegal (voice)
Den-noh Coil
TV • 2007
Null (voice)
Den-noh Coil
TV • 2007
Okonogi's Grandfather (voice)
Cackling Kitarou
TV • 1971
子泣爷爷（配音）