Maeda, Taison

前田太尊

As the story's protagonist, he is a notorious delinquent from Teiken High in the Kichijoji district of Musashino, Tokyo, recognized for his enthusiasm for boxing, street fighting, and his moped, Chavez. Despite his delinquent status, quick temper, and occasional foolishness (such as punching a professor upon hearing about a change in the girls' uniforms), he possesses a strong sense of honor and respect, and he deeply values his friends. Taison is also recognized as one of Tokyo's elite four, or "Heavenly Kings," and strives to become the world boxing champion.
Taison is interested in Chiaki Nanase. His name draws inspiration from wrestler Akira Maeda and former world heavyweight champion Mike Tyson. He resides with his brother in the Honky Tonk apartment complex. Both he and his older brother fled southern Japan for Tokyo to avoid inheriting their father's profession as a monk. He has a low tolerance for alcohol and invariably breaks down in tears.