Koji Yada

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.

Most Known For

One Piece

as Zeff (voice)

Monster

as Mustafa (voice)

Mazinger Z

as Dr. Morimori / Piguman

Saint Seiya: The Hades Chapter

as Old Dohko (voice)

Cackling Kitarou

as Ido-Sennin

Another

as Ryohei (voice)

Den-noh Coil

as Illegal (voice)

Den-noh Coil

as Null (voice)

Den-noh Coil

as Okonogi's Grandfather (voice)

Sindbad the Sailor

as Baruba (voice)

Lensman

as Greedle (voice)

Triton of the Sea

as Marcus

Armored Fleet Dairugger XV

as Dick ASIMOV (voice)

Arrow Emblem: Grand Prix no taka

as Masaru Obinata (voice)

Decision

as (voice)

Dragon Ball Z: Super Android 13!

as Dr. Gero (voice)

Maeterlinck's Blue Bird: Tyltyl and Mytyl's Adventurous Journey

as Spirit of the Time

Graveyard Kitaro

as Kinnosuke Ochiba (voice)

Little Witch Chappy

as Papa (voice)

Twin Hawks

as リヒター