Initial D - Season 1

Initial D - Season 1

Season 1

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.
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Episodes26
DatesApr 18, 1998 - Dec 5, 1998
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Episodes

Ultimate Tofu Guy Drift
Season 1Episode 130 min

Ultimate Tofu Guy Drift

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.
Apr 18, 1998
Declaration of Revenge: Howling Turbo
Season 1Episode 230 min

Declaration of Revenge: Howling Turbo

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.
Apr 25, 1998
Downhill Specialist Arrives
Season 1Episode 330 min

Downhill Specialist Arrives

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.
May 2, 1998
The Battle Begins
Season 1Episode 430 min

The Battle Begins

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.
May 9, 1998
Dogfight!
Season 1Episode 530 min

Dogfight!

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.
May 16, 1998
A New Challenger
Season 1Episode 630 min

A New Challenger

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.
May 23, 1998
Street Racer's Pride
Season 1Episode 730 min

Street Racer's Pride

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 challenge is worth accepting.
Jun 13, 1998
Just Before the Time Attack
Season 1Episode 830 min

Just Before the Time Attack

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.
Jun 20, 1998
Battle to the Limit
Season 1Episode 930 min

Battle to the Limit

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 Takumi!
Jun 27, 1998
Dangerous Five Hairpins
Season 1Episode 1030 min

Dangerous Five Hairpins

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.
Jul 4, 1998
The Dangerous Shingo Appears
Season 1Episode 1130 min

The Dangerous Shingo Appears

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 - Shingo - arrives in a red EG-6.
Jul 11, 1998
FR Killing Death Match
Season 1Episode 1230 min

FR Killing Death Match

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.
Aug 1, 1998
Itsuki's First Date
Season 1Episode 1330 min

Itsuki's First Date

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.
Aug 8, 1998
Improving Genius of Drift
Season 1Episode 1430 min

Improving Genius of Drift

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.
Aug 15, 1998
Angry Takumi's Maniacal Drive
Season 1Episode 1530 min

Angry Takumi's Maniacal Drive

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 pretty girl.
Aug 22, 1998
The Angels of Usui Mountain
Season 1Episode 1630 min

The Angels of Usui Mountain

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 Mt. Usui!
Aug 29, 1998
Sudden Death Death Match
Season 1Episode 1730 min

Sudden Death Death Match

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.
Sep 12, 1998
Fierce Race on Usui Mountain
Season 1Episode 1830 min

Fierce Race on Usui Mountain

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 curve.
Sep 19, 1998
Fight! Super Drift!
Season 1Episode 1930 min

Fight! Super Drift!

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.
Sep 26, 1998
The End of Summer
Season 1Episode 2030 min

The End of Summer

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.
Oct 1, 1998
Challenge from the Superstar
Season 1Episode 2130 min

Challenge from the Superstar

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 challenge yet.
Oct 17, 1998
Severe Uphill Climb
Season 1Episode 2230 min

Severe Uphill Climb

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.
Oct 24, 1998
Downhill Rain Battle
Season 1Episode 2330 min

Downhill Rain Battle

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.
Nov 7, 1998
Akagi's White Comet
Season 1Episode 2430 min

Akagi's White Comet

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 next on his list.
Nov 14, 1998
Last Great Battle
Season 1Episode 2530 min

Last Great Battle

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.
Nov 28, 1998
New Downhill Legend
Season 1Episode 2630 min

New Downhill Legend

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.
Dec 5, 1998

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