**Kôichi Yamadera** (born in 1961) is one of Japan's most famous and versatile voice actors (seiyuu). His film career is mainly linked to the world of animation. With a distinctive voice and remarkable adaptability, he has brought a wide range of characters to life.

He is universally recognized for voicing **Spike Spiegel** in the iconic *Cowboy Bebop: The Movie* (and TV series). He played the powerful **Beerus** in *Dragon Ball Super: Broly* and other films in the *Dragon Ball* franchise. His most famous performances also include **Genzo** in *Ninja Scroll* and roles in numerous *Pokémon* films.

Recently, he took on the iconic role of **Lupin III** in the franchise's films, having previously voiced Inspector Zenigata. His style is distinguished by his ability to infuse depth and charisma into both serious and detached characters as well as eccentric and comical figures, making him a pillar of the Japanese voice acting industry.