Monta Akai is a supporting character in the anime The Kabocha Wine. He serves as the leader of the boys' dormitory at Sunshine Academy and also holds the position of chief of the school's cheering squad. Monta is a physically large and somewhat imposing upperclassman, but he possesses a naive side beneath his authoritative exterior. When the new transfer student Shunsuke Aoba arrives, Monta initially tries to test the newcomer by attempting to make him show his true colors. However, Shunsuke's strong-willed nature and willingness to stand up to Monta on equal terms impress him. As a result, Monta becomes an admirer of Shunsuke and enthusiastically recommends that he join the cheering squad. Monta is an honorific character who shows respect toward Shunsuke. He is a diligent student whose mother runs a flower shop, and he helps with housework at home. In the school setting, Monta tends to shrink before the strict teacher Mr. Kaneko, a contrast to Shunsuke's fearlessness. Monta's role in the story is primarily that of a supporting figure who transitions from a minor rival to a loyal ally and mentor figure for Shunsuke. His leadership abilities as dormitory head and cheer squad chief are his most notable skills, and his respect for Shunsuke deepens as the series progresses. Specific details about his personal background, motivations, or further development are not extensively documented.