Initial D

8.0(129)|1998-04-18|5 seasons, 81 episodes

AnimationAction & AdventureDrama

Overview

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.

Episodes

First Stage(26)Second Stage(13)Fourth Stage(24)Fifth Stage(14)Final Stage(4)

S1E1 · 1998-04-18 · 25m

The Ultimate Tofu Store Drift

8.4

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 never be the same.

S1E2 · 1998-04-25 · 25m

Revenge! The Rumbling Turbo

7.8

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.

S1E3 · 1998-05-02 · 25m

Downhill Specialist Arrives

7.8

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 date with Natsuki.

S1E4 · 1998-05-09 · 25m

The Battle Begins

8.8

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 behind the wheel.

S1E5 · 1998-05-16 · 25m

Dogfight!

8.8

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.

S1E6 · 1998-05-23 · 25m

A New Challenger

8.0

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.

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