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Koji Yada
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 pa…
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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
Movies and shows, newest first
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2012
Another
TV show Ryohei (voice)
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2010
One Piece: Strong World Episode 0
Movie Zeff (voice)
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2008
Graveyard Kitaro
TV show Kinnosuke Ochiba (voice)
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2007
Den-noh Coil
TV show Illegal (voice)
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2007
Cackling Kitarou
TV show Ido-Sennin
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2006
Looking Up at the Half-Moon
TV show Yoshizō Tada (voice)
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2004
Monster
TV show Mustafa (voice)
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2002
Saint Seiya: The Hades Chapter
TV show Old Dohko (voice)
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1999
One Piece
TV show Zeff (voice)
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1995
Gin Rei's Blue Eyes
Movie Chandana (voice)
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1995
映像評伝 朝永振一郎
Movie Narrator (voice)
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1994
Sangokushi: The Distant Land
Movie Huang Zhong (voice)
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1994
GinRei
TV show
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1993
Fatal Fury 2: The New Battle
Movie Tung Fu Rue
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1992
Fatal Fury: Legend of the Hungry Wolf
Movie Tung Fu Rue (voice)
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1992
Dragon Ball Z: Super Android 13!
Movie Dr. Gero (voice)
More credits
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1992
Great Conquest: The Romance of Three Kingdoms
Movie Wang Yun (voice)
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1991
Inferious Interplanetary War Chronicle - Condition Green
Movie Kyus Rotar (voice)
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1990
Summer with Kuro
Movie Nobuko's Father (voice)
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1990
Dragon Ball Z: The World's Strongest
Movie Dr. Kochin (voice)
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1988
ビックリマン 無縁ゾーンの秘宝
Movie
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1986
Fist of the North Star
Movie Colonel (voice)
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1985
Penguin's Memory: A Tale of Happiness
Movie The Jailer (voice)
- 1984
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1984
Twin Hawks
TV show リヒター
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1984
Beaten by Black Rain
Movie Yoshio's Father (voice)
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1984
Lensman
Movie Greedle (voice)
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1984
Kenya Boy
Movie Moor A (voice)
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1983
The Green Cat
Movie Ben Heck (voice)
- 1983
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1982
Future War 198X
Movie Lloyd (voice)
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1982
Andromeda Stories
Movie Chancellor (voice)
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1982
Arcadia of My Youth
Movie Illumidas Officer
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1982
Drifting Clouds
Movie Tome (voice)
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1982
Armored Fleet Dairugger XV
TV show Dick ASIMOV (voice)
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1981
Bokura Mangaka: Tokiwa-sou Monogatari
Movie 園山俊二
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1981
Fuusen no Doratarou
TV show 頑固先生
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1981
Mechakko Dotakon
TV show 戸部源太
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1981
The Door Into Summer
Movie Professor (voice)
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1981
The Fantastic Adventures of Unico
Movie God 4 (voice)
