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Koji Yada

Koji Yada

Birthday: 1933-04-15 | Place of Birth: Tokyo, Japan

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.

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Known For

Acting

Year
Title

Role

2006
Looking Up at the Half-Moon

as    Yoshizō Tada (voice)

1998
Dragon Ball Z: The World's Strongest

as    Dr. Kochin (voice)

1995
映像評伝 朝永振一郎

as    Narrator (voice)

1992
Dragon Ball Z: Super Android 13!

as    Dr. Gero (voice)

1992
Fatal Fury: Legend of the Hungry Wolf

as    Tung Fu Rue (voice)

1990
Summer with Kuro

as    Nobuko's Father (voice)

1988
Lensman

as    Greedle (voice)

1984
Kenya Boy

as    Moor A (voice)

1984
Twin Hawks

as    リヒター

1983
The Green Cat

as    Heck Ben (voice)

1981
The Fantastic Adventures of Unico

as    God 4 (voice)

1981
Call of the Wild: Howl, Buck

as    O'Prien (voice)

1981
Bokura Mangaka: Tokiwa-sou Monogatari

as    園山俊二

1981
Mechakko Dotakon

as    戸部源太

1981
Fuusen no Doratarou

as    頑固先生

1980