Initial D
Initial D
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Initial D

8.0 / 10
1998
5 seasons
81 episodes
AnimationAction & AdventureDrama

Takumi’s job as a tofu delivery boy has turned him into one of the most formidable drivers around. Behind the wheel of his Eight-Six, he’s one with the road—and his life shifts into high gear when the underground street racing world takes notice. Drivers from across the region are lining up for a shot at the new guy. Takumi’s not just focused on winning—he’s out to prove he’s the best.

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The story begins when street racers called the RedSuns, a team from Mt. Akagi, come to challenge Mt. Akina's local SpeedStars team to a "friendly" race. After seeing how skilled the RedSuns are, the SpeedStars treat it as a race for pride, determined not to be humiliated on their home turf. However, the SpeedStars are left in a bind when their team leader and primary downhill driver Iketani has an accident during a practice run.

  • The Ultimate Tofu Store Drift

    1.The Ultimate Tofu Store Drift

    8.4
    18-04-199825m

    High school kid Takumi works at a gas station with his buddy Itsuki. When the guys join their co-worker Iketani for a night of street racing action on Mt. Akina, Takumi’s life will...

  • Revenge! The Rumbling Turbo

    2.Revenge! The Rumbling Turbo

    7.8
    25-04-199825m

    When his boss reveals that the Eight-Six driver from Mt. Akina owns a tofu shop, Iketani begins to wonder if the legendary racer might have an intimate connection to Takumi.

  • Downhill Specialist Arrives

    3.Downhill Specialist Arrives

    7.8
    02-05-199825m

    Iketani’s out of commission for the race against the RedSuns, so he tries to convince Bunta to take his place. Takumi’s working on a deal of his own - he need’s his dad’s car for a...

  • The Battle Begins

    4.The Battle Begins

    8.8
    09-05-199825m

    The match between the SpeedStars and the RedSuns is set to begin. Just as Iketani makes the desperate decision to put Kenji up against Keisuke, the Eight-Six appears - with Takumi...

  • Dogfight!

    5.Dogfight!

    8.8
    16-05-199825m

    When Takumi stuns everyone with his skills in the Eight-Six, Iketani and Itsuki start plotting a way to get the new hotshot to join the SpeedStars.

  • A New Challenger

    6.A New Challenger

    8.0
    23-05-199825m

    Driving his new Three-Two, Takeshi goes head-to-head against Ryosuke on Mt. Akina. Meanwhile, Takumi offers Iketani a first-hand look at the thrill of riding in the Eight-Six.

  • Pride of a Racer

    7.Pride of a Racer

    7.8
    13-06-199825m

    Takeshi is ready to take on the Eight-Six and he has every reason to believe that the car’s driver is game. When Takumi catches wind of the situation, he’s got to decide if the cha...

  • Time's Almost Up!

    8.Time's Almost Up!

    7.7
    20-06-199825m

    There’s a crowd waiting for a race to start on Mt. Akina, but the Eight-Six is nowhere to be seen. Itsuki’s in a tough spot - and Takumi’s the only one who can get him out of it.

  • Battle To the Limit

    9.Battle To the Limit

    8.9
    27-06-199825m

    The race is underway with Takumi behind the wheel of the Eight-Six. His competition, Takeshi, drives the Three-Two with undeniable skill - but he can’t seem to pull away from Takum...

  • The Five Consecutive Hairpins

    10.The Five Consecutive Hairpins

    8.8
    04-07-199825m

    Takeshi and Takumi speed toward the finish line! Victory is at hand for the driver who can conquer the final challenges of the course - five treacherous hairpin curves.

  • Shingo Arrives

    11.Shingo Arrives

    8.1
    11-07-199825m

    Iketani’s putting his S-13 to the test now that it’s out of the shop, but a simple practice session turns into a dangerous situation when a reckless member of the NightKids - Shing...

  • The FR Killer

    12.The FR Killer

    8.0
    01-08-199825m

    Shingo arrives with the NightKids and he’s calling Takumi and the gang out. His demands: A Duct Tape Death Match against the Eight-Six.

  • First Date

    13.First Date

    7.9
    08-08-199825m

    Shingo’s itching to take on the Eight-Six in a dangerous race, but with nobody stepping up to accept the challenge, he takes drastic measures to get his way.

  • Evolving Drift

    14.Evolving Drift

    8.4
    15-08-199825m

    Takumi’s had enough of Shingo’s intimidation tactics. He agrees to take on the pushy NightKid in the most treacherous of races: A Duct Tape Death Match.

  • Takumi's Fury

    15.Takumi's Fury

    8.7
    22-08-199825m

    Takumi and Iketani are having very different days: Takumi’s hand is taped to the Eight-Six’s steering wheel as Shingo bumps into him at high speeds. Iketani’s hanging out with a pr...

  • The Angel of Usui

    16.The Angel of Usui

    7.7
    29-08-199825m

    When Iketani takes Mako out for a good time, his friends decide to tail the duo and figure out what she’s all about. They soon discover her greatest talent: outdriving them all on...

  • Sudden-Death Death Match

    17.Sudden-Death Death Match

    8.3
    12-09-199825m

    Takumi’s upcoming race at Usui is creating friction among his friends. One reason for the tension: he’s never driven the course. A bigger reason: his opponent is Mako.

  • Hot Winds and Furious Driving

    18.Hot Winds and Furious Driving

    8.8
    19-09-199825m

    Mako and Sayuki are having their way with Takumi and the Eight-Six on Mt. Usui. As Takumi himself questions his ability to pull out a win, the racers approach the course’s toughest...

  • Super Drift!

    19.Super Drift!

    8.7
    26-09-199825m

    The finish line is in sight on Mt. Usui! Mako and Sayuki know the course like the back of their hands; Takumi might need a miracle if he is to claim victory against the girls.

  • The End of Summer

    20.The End of Summer

    7.9
    01-10-199825m

    When the gang heads out to a water park, Iketani sees signs that it could actually work out with Mako - until he finds photographic proof that her heart might belong to another guy...

  • Challenge From the Superstar

    21.Challenge From the Superstar

    8.2
    17-10-199825m

    Takumi’s growing rep has attracted the attention of Ryosuke, who’s ready to face the Eight-Six on Mt. Akina. Takumi better get his head on straight - this will be his greatest chal...

  • Fierce Uphill Battle!

    22.Fierce Uphill Battle!

    8.2
    24-10-199825m

    At Itsuki’s behest, Takumi heads out to watch an uphill race between two of his former foes - Takeshi of the NightKids and the RedSuns’ Keisuke.

  • The Rainy Downhill

    23.The Rainy Downhill

    8.4
    07-11-199825m

    Kenta, a member of the RedSuns, challenges Takumi to a downhill race in the pouring rain. With the increasingly wet course conditions, neither driver is guaranteed victory.

  • Akagi's White Comet

    24.Akagi's White Comet

    8.4
    14-11-199825m

    Ryosuke may already be a local legend, but he still drives like a man with something to prove. He’s determined to beat the very best racers Mt. Akina has to offer - and Takumi’s ne...

  • Last Great Battle

    25.Last Great Battle

    8.7
    28-11-199825m

    Veteran racer Ryosuke’s a mastermind behind the wheel, and he’ll be pulling no punches in the match against rising rookie Takumi. The drivers are ready and only one can be the best...

  • The New Downhill Legend

    26.The New Downhill Legend

    9.1
    05-12-199825m

    The drivers fly toward the finish line, with only one curve to go. Ryosuke and Takumi have earned their reputations - but the winner of this race will go down in history.

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