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Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Birthday
April 15, 1933
Died
May 1, 2014
Place of Birth
Tokyo, Japan
Also Known As
- Kôji Yada
- 矢田 耕司
- Kouji Yada
Koji Yada
1.1 Popularity
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
8.3
Ryohei (voice)
Another
2012
7.3
Zeff (voice)
One Piece: Strong World Episode 0
2010
8.5
Kinnosuke Ochiba (voice)
Graveyard Kitaro
2008
7.4
Illegal (voice)
Den-noh Coil
2007
7.4
Null (voice)
Den-noh Coil
2007
7.4
Okonogi's Grandfather (voice)
Den-noh Coil
2007
8.6
Ido-Sennin
Cackling Kitarou
2007
6.3
Yoshizō Tada (voice)
Looking Up at the Half-Moon
2006
8.5
Mustafa (voice)
Monster
2004
8.0
Old Dohko (voice)
Saint Seiya: The Hades Chapter
2002
Credits
Another
as Ryohei (voice)
2012
8.3
One Piece: Strong World Episode 0
as Zeff (voice)
2010
7.3
Graveyard Kitaro
as Kinnosuke Ochiba (voice)
2008
8.5
Den-noh Coil
as Illegal (voice)
2007
7.4
Den-noh Coil
as Null (voice)
2007
7.4
Den-noh Coil
as Okonogi's Grandfather (voice)
2007
7.4
Cackling Kitarou
as Ido-Sennin
2007
8.6
Looking Up at the Half-Moon
as Yoshizō Tada (voice)
2006
6.3
Monster
as Mustafa (voice)
2004
8.5
Saint Seiya: The Hades Chapter
as Old Dohko (voice)
2002
8.0
One Piece
as Zeff (voice)
1999
8.7
Gin Rei's Blue Eyes
as Chandana (voice)
1995
0.0
Sangokushi: The Distant Land
as Huang Zhong (voice)
1994
6.3
GinRei
1994
8.5
Fatal Fury 2: The New Battle
as Tung Fu Rue
1993
6.7
Fatal Fury: Legend of the Hungry Wolf
as Tung Fu Rue (voice)
1992
6.4
Dragon Ball Z: Super Android 13!
as Dr. Gero (voice)
1992
6.9
Inferious Interplanetary War Chronicle - Condition Green
as Kyus Rotar (voice)
1991
0.0
Summer with Kuro
as Nobuko's Father (voice)
1990
6.2
Dragon Ball Z: The World's Strongest
as Dr. Kochin (voice)
1990
6.6
ビックリマン 無縁ゾーンの秘宝
1988
0.0
Fist of the North Star
as Colonel (voice)
1986
6.8
Penguin's Memory: A Tale of Happiness
as The Jailer (voice)
1985
8.0
Kinnikuman: Great Riot! Justice Chojin
1984
4.3
Twin Hawks
as リヒター
1984
6.0
Beaten by Black Rain
as Yoshio's Father (voice)
1984
5.5
Lensman
as Greedle (voice)
1984
5.7
Kenya Boy
as Moor A (voice)
1984
5.2
The Green Cat
as Ben Heck (voice)
1983
6.5
I Am A Dog: Don Matsugorou's Life
1983
0.0
Future War 198X
as Lloyd (voice)
1982
5.8
Andromeda Stories
as Chancellor (voice)
1982
6.8
Arcadia of My Youth
as Illumidas Officer
1982
6.3
Drifting Clouds
as Tome (voice)
1982
6.6
Armored Fleet Dairugger XV
as Dick ASIMOV (voice)
1982
7.3
Bokura Mangaka: Tokiwa-sou Monogatari
as 園山俊二
1981
0.0
Fuusen no Doratarou
as 頑固先生
1981
0.0
Mechakko Dotakon
as 戸部源太
1981
3.5
The Door Into Summer
as Professor (voice)
1981
4.5
The Fantastic Adventures of Unico
as God 4 (voice)
1981
7.0
Call of the Wild: Howl, Buck
as O'Prien (voice)
1981
6.8
The Legend of Marine Snow
1980
6.0
Galaxy Express 999: Eternal Traveler Emeraldas
as Captain (voice)
1980
7.5
Maeterlinck's Blue Bird: Tyltyl and Mytyl's Adventurous Journey
as Spirit of the Time
1980
0.0
Galaxy Express 999: Can You Live Like a Warrior!!
as Officer (voice)
1979
9.0
Undersea Super Train: Marine Express
as Skunk Kusai (voice)
1979
7.2
Captain Future: The Great Race in the Solar System
1978
7.5
Arrow Emblem: Grand Prix no taka
as Masaru Obinata (voice)
1977
8.0
Cat-Eyed Boy
as Nadare-Maneki (voice)
1976
4.0
Akumaizer 3: The Movie
as Gabura (voice)
1975
0.0
Akumaizer 3
as Evil (voice)
1975
10.0
Sindbad the Sailor
as Baruba (voice)
1975
7.4
The Little Judge from Hell
as Jigoku-Okuri (voice)
1973
4.0
The Little Judge from Hell
as Tatami-Kaeshi (voice)
1973
4.0
Mazinger Z vs. Devilman
as Dr. Nossori/Iron Mask
1973
5.5
Jungle Kurobee
as パパ
1973
0.0
Babel II
as コンピューター
1973
6.8
Mazinger Z
as Dr. Morimori / Piguman
1972
7.9
Little Witch Chappy
as Papa (voice)
1972
0.0
Triton of the Sea
as Marcus
1972
4.6
Decision
as (voice)
1971
8.0