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Koji Yada
Actor
Born April 15, 1933Died May 1, 2014 (81 years)
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.
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
| 2013 | |
| 2012 | Seinto Seiya: Omega (TV Series) · as Roushi Doukho |
| 2012 | Another (TV Series) · as Ryohei (voice) |
| 2010 | One Piece Film Strong World: Episode 0 · as Zeff (voice) |
| 2010 | Magic Kaito (TV Series) · as Jii Konosuke |
| 2009 | Dragon Ball Kai (TV Series) · as Android No.20 |
| 2008 | Hakaba Kitarou (TV Series) · as Kinnosuke Ochiba (voice) |
| 2007 | Coil - A Circle of Children (TV Series) · as Null (voice) |
| 2007 | Spooky Kitaro (TV Series) · as Ido-Sennin |
| 2006 | The Laws of Eternity · as Adolf Hitler |
| 2006 | Looking Up At The Half-Moon (TV Series) · as Yoshizō Tada (voice) |
| 2005 | Gintama (TV Series) · as Kahei Hashida |
| 2004 | Monster (TV Series) · as Mustafa (voice) |
| 2003 | Rumiko Takahashi Anthology (TV Series) · as Ichiro Todokoro |
| 2002 | Saint Seiya: The Hades Chapter (TV Series) · as Old Dohko (voice) |
| 1999 | One Piece (TV Series) · as Zeff (voice) |
| 1997 | Dr. Slump (1997) (TV Series) · as Shen Long |
| 1996 | Dragon Ball GT (TV Series) · as Dr. Gero |
| 1996 | Detective Conan (TV Series) · as Jii Konosuke |
| 1994 | GinRei (TV Series) |
| 1993 | Fatal Fury 2: The New Battle · as Tung Fu Rue |
| 1992 | Fatal Fury: Legend of the Hungry Wolf · as Tung Fu Rue (voice) |
| 1992 | Dragon Ball Z: Summer Vacation Special · as Dr. Kochin |
| 1992 | Dragon Ball Z: Super Android 13! · as Dr. Gero (voice) |
| 1990 | Dragon Ball Z: The World's Strongest · as Dr. Kochin (voice) |
| 1989 | Dragon Ball Z (TV Series) · as Android 20 |
| 1988 | OISHINBO (TV Series) · as Seiuemon Ichikawa |
| 1988 | Saint Seiya: Legend of Crimson Youth · as Rôshi |
| 1988 | Bikkuriman: Muen Zone no Himitsu · as Akuponji |
| 1988 | Hello! Lady Lynn (TV Series) · as Headmaster |
| 1988 | Fight!! Ramenman (TV Series) · as Layou |
| 1988 | Legend of the Galactic Heroes (TV Series) · as Sebastian Von Müsel |
| 1987 | ESPer Mami (TV Series) · as Dr. Kira |
| 1987 | Palm Town (TV Series) · as Sawaguna |
| 1986 | Saint Seiya (TV Series) · as Rôshi |
| 1986 | Silver Fang (TV Series) · as Daisuke's Father |
| 1986 | Rumic World: Fire Tripper · as Elder |
| 1986 | Fist of the North Star · as Colonel (voice) |
| 1985 | Kinnikuman: Haresugata! Seigi chôjin · as The Niô |
| 1985 | Kinnikuman: Gyakushû! Uchû kakure chôjin · as Hydra Bûton |
| 1985 | Penguin's Memory: A Tale of Happiness · as The Jailer (voice) |
| 1985 | Kinnikuman: Seigi chôjin VS kodai chôjin · as Eye Satan |
| 1984 | |
| 1984 | The Battle of Hood and Bismark (TV Series) · as Jacob |
| 1984 | Fist of the North Star (TV Series) · as Colonel |
| 1984 | Kinnikuman: Ubawareta champion belt · as Môko Seijin |
| 1984 | Lensman · as Greedle (voice) |
| 1984 | Kenya Boy · as Moor A (voice) |
| 1984 | Video Warrior Laserion (TV Series) · as Geppler (1984-1985) |
| 1983 | Locke the Superman · as Federation Surgeon |
| 1983 | Barefoot Gen · as Walla |
| 1983 | Patalliro: The Stardust Project · as Cast |
| 1983 | Stop!! Hibari-kun! (TV Series) · as Ôzone |
| 1983 | The Many Dream Journeys of Meme (TV Series) · as Bachelor |
| 1983 | Manga Nihonshi (TV Series) · as Cast |
| 1983 | Aesop's Fables · as Monkey |
| 1983 | Harmagedon · as Announcer |
| 1982 | Future War 1986 · as Lloyd (voice) |
| 1982 | Arcadia of My Youth: Endless Orbit SSX (TV Series) · as Commander |
| 1982 | Space Adventure Cobra (TV Series) · as Cast |
| 1982 | Andromeda Stories · as Chancellor (voice) |
| 1982 | Arcadia of My Youth · as Illumidas Officer |
| 1982 | Wandering Clouds · as Tome (voice) |
| 1982 | Armored Fleet Dairugger XV (TV Series) · as Dick Asimov (voice) |
| 1982 | Gauche the Cellist · as Master Of Ceremonies |
| 1981 | Galaxy Cyclone Braiger (TV Series) · as Charile Wang |
| 1981 | Sea Prince and the Fire Child · as Mabuse's Minion |
| 1981 | Natsu e no tobira · as Professor (voice) |
| 1981 | The Fantastic Adventures of Unico · as God 4 (voice) |
| 1981 | Hello! Sandybell (TV Series) · as Cast |
| 1981 | Hashire Melos · as Serinuntious |
| 1981 | Call of the Wild: Howl, Buck · as O'prien (voice) |
| 1980 | Galaxy Express 999: Can You Love Like a Mother!? · as Headquarters Member A |
| 1980 | Space Warrior Baldios (TV Series) · as German |
| 1980 | Lalabel the Magic Girl (TV Series) · as Cast |
| 1980 | Maeterlinck's Blue Bird (TV Series) · as Spirit Of The Time |
| 1979 | Space Carrier Blue Noah (TV Series) · as Jacopetti |
| 1979 | Undersea Super Train: Marine Express · as Skunk Kusai (voice) |
| 1979 | Space Battleship Yamato: The New Voyage · as Talan |
| 1979 | Triton of the Sea · as Makasu |
| 1979 | Lunlun the Flower Angel (TV Series) · as Captain Marcius |
| 1978 | |
| 1978 | |
| 1977 | Arrow Emblem Grand Prix no Taka (TV Series) · as Masaru Obinata (voice) |
| 1977 | Space Battleship Yamato · as Heidern |
| 1977 | Jetter Mars (TV Series) · as Ranpu |
| 1976 | Candy Candy (TV Series) · as Cast |
| 1976 | Dino Mech Gaiking (TV Series) · as Bem |
| 1975 | Akumaizer 3 (TV Series) · as Evil (voice) |
| 1975 | The Arabian Nights: Adventures of Sinbad (TV Series) · as Baruba (voice) |
| 1975 | Getter Robo G (TV Series) · as Dr. Gura |
| 1974 | Space Battleship Yamato (TV Series) · as Hydern, Takeo Kodai |
| 1974 | Heidi (TV Series) · as Koe No Shutuen |
| 1973 | Cutie Honey (TV Series) · as News Reporter |
| 1973 | Satanikus! (TV Series) · as Jigoku-Okuri (voice) |
| 1973 | Mazinger Z vs. Devilman · as Dr. Nossori/iron Mask |
| 1973 | Robot Detective (TV Series) · as Springman |
| 1973 | Babel nisei (TV Series) · as コンピューター |
| 1972 | Mazinger Z (TV Series) · as Dr. Morimori / Piguman |
| 1972 | Chappy the Witch (TV Series) · as Papa |
| 1972 | Triton of the Sea (TV Series) · as Marcus |
| 1972 | Three Musketeers in Boots · as Coachman |
| 1971 | |
| 1969 | Attack No.1 (TV Series) · as Cast |
| 1969 | Tiger Mask (TV Series) · as Announcer |
| 1967 | Ultraseven (TV Series) · as Alien Ayros (space Birdman) |
| 1966 | Ultraman (TV Series) · as Underground Person X (voice-Over) |