Initial D (1998 – 2014)

The rivalry ignites with the arrival of the RedSuns, a formidable crew of street racers hailing from Mt. Akagi, who issue a challenge to Mt. Akina’s reigning SpeedStars. Initially dismissed as just spirited competition, the RedSuns quickly prove their skill, sparking a fierce determination within the SpeedStars – they're not about to let anyone embarrass them on their own mountain. But just as the tension peaks and preparations for the race are underway, disaster strikes: Iketani, the SpeedStars’ leader and star downhill driver, is sidelined by an accident during practice, leaving the team scrambling and facing a daunting uphill battle.

Fresh off his hard-won victory against Ryosuke Takahashi and the Red Suns, driver Takumi Fujiwara finds himself facing a new and unsettling threat. A formidable crew known only as "The Emperor" has emerged, their reputation built on dominating rivals and marking their conquests with a chilling display: peeling decals from defeated teams and proudly displaying them on their own cars – a twisted trophy case of racing defeats. Now, Takumi’s undefeated record is in jeopardy. His beloved AE86, while nimble, seems outmatched against The Emperor's fleet of powerful, four-wheel-drive EVOs, setting the stage for a tense battle where more than just pride hangs in the balance.

Driven by a shared ambition to push their limits beyond familiar territory, Takumi Fujiwara and brothers Keisuke and Ryousuke Takahashi have united as "Project D," an unconventional racing team forging its own path. Operating with a modern edge – they publicly issue challenges online and broadcast the results of their races – Project D is under the cool, strategic guidance of Ryousuke. He orchestrates a unique approach: Takumi unleashes his extraordinary talent in thrilling downhill runs behind the wheel of his iconic AE86, while Keisuke takes on challengers with fierce uphill battles. Standing between them and ultimate recognition are formidable rivals like the renowned Seven-Star Leaf (SSR) team and the legendary Todo-juku.

The adrenaline-fueled world of Initial D returns as Takumi Fujiwara and his steadfast teammate, Keisuke Takahashi, remain at the heart of Project D, relentlessly pushing their driving skills against formidable opponents across Kanagawa’s treacherous mountain roads. But this season isn't just about conquering courses; a fresh challenge emerges with the appearance of an exceptionally talented young golfer who unexpectedly captures Takumi’s attention. And as the racing unfolds, Ryosuke Takahashi confronts echoes of his own history, finally settling an old debt that has lingered in the shadows.

The tension is palpable: after months away and with every other racing team in the prefecture humbled, everything hinges on one decisive showdown. Takumi Fujiwara’s undefeated streak faces its ultimate test when he's confronted by an equally formidable opponent – another driver piloting a classic AE86. This isn't just a race; it’s a clash of generations and driving philosophies, a pure battle of the iconic cars themselves. Can Project D conquer this final, grueling challenge and claim victory in the explosive conclusion to Initial D?