Series
Initial D
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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Seasons & episodes
S1 · 26 epS2 · 13 epS3 · 24 epS4 · 14 epS5 · 4 ep
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.
1The Ultimate Tofu Store Drift18 Apr 1998 · 25m · ★ 8.5High 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 never be the same.
2Revenge! The Rumbling Turbo25 Apr 1998 · 25m · ★ 7.9When 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.
3Downhill Specialist Arrives2 May 1998 · 25m · ★ 8.0Iketani’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 date with Natsuki.
4The Battle Begins9 May 1998 · 25m · ★ 8.8The 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 behind the wheel.
5Dogfight!16 May 1998 · 25m · ★ 8.7When 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.
6A New Challenger23 May 1998 · 25m · ★ 8.1Driving 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.
7Pride of a Racer13 Jun 1998 · 25m · ★ 7.8Takeshi 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 challenge is worth accepting.
8Time's Almost Up!20 Jun 1998 · 25m · ★ 7.7There’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.
9Battle To the Limit27 Jun 1998 · 25m · ★ 8.8The 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 Takumi!
10The Five Consecutive Hairpins4 Jul 1998 · 25m · ★ 8.7Takeshi 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.
11Shingo Arrives11 Jul 1998 · 25m · ★ 8.1Iketani’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 - Shingo - arrives in a red EG-6.
12The FR Killer1 Aug 1998 · 25m · ★ 8.0Shingo arrives with the NightKids and he’s calling Takumi and the gang out. His demands: A Duct Tape Death Match against the Eight-Six.
13First Date8 Aug 1998 · 25m · ★ 7.2Shingo’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.
14Evolving Drift15 Aug 1998 · 25m · ★ 7.7Takumi’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.
15Takumi's Fury22 Aug 1998 · 25m · ★ 8.6Takumi 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 pretty girl.
16The Angel of Usui29 Aug 1998 · 25m · ★ 7.7When 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 Mt. Usui!
17Sudden-Death Death Match12 Sept 1998 · 25m · ★ 8.3Takumi’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.
18Hot Winds and Furious Driving19 Sept 1998 · 25m · ★ 8.7Mako 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 curve.
19Super Drift!26 Sept 1998 · 25m · ★ 8.6The 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.
20The End of Summer1 Oct 1998 · 25m · ★ 7.8When 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.
21Challenge From the Superstar17 Oct 1998 · 25m · ★ 8.1Takumi’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 challenge yet.
22Fierce Uphill Battle!24 Oct 1998 · 25m · ★ 8.2At 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.
23The Rainy Downhill7 Nov 1998 · 25m · ★ 8.3Kenta, 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.
24Akagi's White Comet14 Nov 1998 · 25m · ★ 8.4Ryosuke 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 next on his list.
25Last Great Battle28 Nov 1998 · 25m · ★ 8.6Veteran 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.
26The New Downhill Legend5 Dec 1998 · 25m · ★ 9.1The 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.
Details
- First aired
- 18 Apr 1998
- Last aired
- 22 Jun 2014
- Status
- Ended
- Language
- Japanese
- Network
- ANIMAX, Fuji TV
- Episodes
- 81
- Votes
- 144 on TMDB
Cast
Shin-ichiro MikiTakumi Fujiwara (voice)
Atsushi AbeShinji Inui (voice)
Takehito KoyasuRyosuke Takahashi (voice)
Tomokazu SekiKeisuke Takahashi (voice)
Hidenobu KiuchiGo Hojo (voice)
Yasuyuki KaseEiji Kubo (voice)
Yuuka HiroseShinji's Mother (voice)
