In the anime Touch, the character often referred to as Boxer is Harada Shohei. He is a student at Meisei Gakuen who initially becomes known for his intimidating presence and his involvement in the school's boxing club. Harada has a tall and robust build, standing at 180 centimeters, with a face described as凶恶 or frightening, which often leads others to misjudge his character. Despite his rough exterior, he possesses a surprisingly mature and perceptive personality, often displaying wisdom and insight that seem beyond his years. His frequent口头禅 or catchphrase is the thoughtful interjection I see, which underscores his analytical nature.

Harada's primary motivation stems from his unrequited feelings for the heroine, Minami Asakura. He acknowledges to himself that due to his delinquent history and rough demeanor, he is not a suitable partner for her and believes he could never make her happy. Consequently, his love for Minami transforms into a selfless drive to ensure her happiness with the person she truly loves, Tatsuya Uesugi. He positions himself not as a main player on the stage of romance, but as a supporter. He once described himself as someone who wanted to step onto the stage but fell down the stairs. This perspective fuels his primary role in the story, which is to act as a catalyst for Tatsuya's personal growth and confidence. Harada understands that for Minami to be happy, Tatsuya must believe in himself, and he dedicates himself to removing the doubt and hesitation that hold Tatsuya back.

His role is that of a key supporting figure and an outside force who pushes the protagonist forward. Harada is instrumental in getting Tatsuya to join the boxing club, where he himself becomes a member and eventually the club's president. He sees boxing as a way for Tatsuya to learn to fight for what he wants. In a notable sequence from an original video animation, Harada goes to great lengths, even physically fighting others while recovering from surgery, to prevent Tatsuya from being injured. He understood that Tatsuya getting hurt would cause Minami great worry and pain. Harada acts as a clearing agent for Tatsuya's迷茫, or inner confusion, bluntly telling him that he is the right person for Minami and forcing him to confront his own feelings and potential.

Key relationships define his actions. His most significant connection is with Tatsuya Uesugi, whom he treats as a friend and a project, someone whose latent talent must be drawn out. He is also a good friend of孝太郎, as both are counted among the Uesugi brothers best friends. His relationship with Minami is largely unspoken; his feelings are kept private, and he interacts with her primarily through his actions concerning Tatsuya. He is an observer of her growth and admits at one point that she surpassed his understanding, as her strength and determination exceeded his expectations.

Throughout the narrative, Harada demonstrates notable development, though it is more a refinement of his existing nature than a dramatic change. He begins as a somewhat rough and intimidating figure but reveals himself to be deeply thoughtful and principled. His initial, almost godlike perspective of knowing what is best for Tatsuya and Minami is challenged when Minami proves to be stronger than he anticipated, forcing him to adjust his view. By the story's end, he has fully embraced his role as the boxing club's leader and remains a steadfast, if unconventional, guardian of Tatsuya and Minami's future together. His most notable ability is his physical strength and prowess as a boxer, which makes him a formidable fighter. However, his true power lies in his psychological insight and his ability to influence others, using direct action and plain speaking to cut through emotional barriers and motivate Tatsuya to achieve his best.