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