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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...
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Season 1

  • The Ultimate Tofu Store Drift
    7.7/10156 votes
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    The Ultimate Tofu Store Drift

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 4/18/1998

    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.

    Director: Shin Misawa

    Writer: Hiroshi Toda

  • Revenge! The Rumbling Turbo
    7.6/10125 votes
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    Revenge! The Rumbling Turbo

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 4/25/1998

    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.

    Director: Susumu Kudou

    Writer: Hiroshi Toda

  • Downhill Specialist Arrives
    7.6/10119 votes
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    Downhill Specialist Arrives

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 5/2/1998

    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.

    Director: Naoyuki Kuzuya

    Writer: Hiroshi Toda

  • The Battle Begins
    8.4/10117 votes
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    The Battle Begins

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 5/9/1998

    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.

    Director: Hiroshi Kotaki

    Writer: Hiroshi Toda

  • Dogfight!
    8.1/10112 votes
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    Dogfight!

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 5/16/1998

    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.

    Director: Mihiro Yamaguchi

    Writer: Hiroshi Toda

  • A New Challenger
    7.7/10103 votes
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    A New Challenger

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 5/23/1998

    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.

    Director: Masami Hata

    Writer: Nobuaki Kishima

  • Pride of a Racer
    7.5/1098 votes
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    Pride of a Racer

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 6/13/1998

    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.

    Director: Susumu Kudou

    Writer: Nobuaki Kishima

  • Time's Almost Up!
    7.4/1097 votes
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    Time's Almost Up!

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 6/20/1998

    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.

    Director: Hiroshi Tsuruta

    Writer: Nobuaki Kishima

  • Battle To the Limit
    8.6/10116 votes
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    Battle To the Limit

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 6/27/1998

    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!

    Director: Mihiro Yamaguchi

    Writer: Nobuaki Kishima

  • The Five Consecutive Hairpins
    8.6/10100 votes
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    The Five Consecutive Hairpins

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 7/4/1998

    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.

    Director: Hiroshi Kotaki

    Writer: Nobuaki Kishima

  • Shingo Arrives
    7.9/1097 votes
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    Shingo Arrives

    Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 7/11/1998

    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.

    Director: Yukio Nishimoto

    Writer: Hiroshi Toda

  • The FR Killer
    7.7/1095 votes
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    The FR Killer

    Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 8/1/1998

    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.

    Director: Masami Hata

    Writer: Hiroshi Toda

  • First Date
    7.5/1094 votes
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    First Date

    Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 8/8/1998

    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.

    Director: Mihiro Yamaguchi

    Writer: Hiroshi Toda

  • Evolving Drift
    8.4/10100 votes
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    Evolving Drift

    Season 1 Episode 14 - Aired 8/15/1998

    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.

    Director: Hiroshi Tsuruta

    Writer: Hiroshi Toda

  • Takumi's Fury
    8.5/10100 votes
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    Takumi's Fury

    Season 1 Episode 15 - Aired 8/22/1998

    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.

    Director: Yukio Nishimoto

    Writer: Hiroshi Toda

  • The Angel of Usui
    7.6/1087 votes
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    The Angel of Usui

    Season 1 Episode 16 - Aired 8/29/1998

    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!

    Director: Hiroshi Kotaki

    Writer: Nobuaki Kishima

  • Sudden-Death Death Match
    7.7/1087 votes
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    Sudden-Death Death Match

    Season 1 Episode 17 - Aired 9/12/1998

    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.

    Director: Kazuyoshi Yokota

    Writer: Nobuaki Kishima

  • Hot Winds and Furious Driving
    8.4/1090 votes
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    Hot Winds and Furious Driving

    Season 1 Episode 18 - Aired 9/19/1998

    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.

    Director: Masami Hata

    Writer: Nobuaki Kishima

  • Super Drift!
    8.2/1092 votes
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    Super Drift!

    Season 1 Episode 19 - Aired 9/26/1998

    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.

    Director: Susumu Kudou

    Writer: Nobuaki Kishima

  • The End of Summer
    7.7/1088 votes
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    The End of Summer

    Season 1 Episode 20 - Aired 10/1/1998

    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.

    Director: Hiroshi Tsuruta

    Writer: Nobuaki Kishima

  • Challenge From the Superstar
    7.3/1086 votes
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    Challenge From the Superstar

    Season 1 Episode 21 - Aired 10/17/1998

    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.

    Director: Kazuyoshi Yokota

    Writer: Nobuaki Kishima

  • Fierce Uphill Battle!
    7.8/1086 votes
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    Fierce Uphill Battle!

    Season 1 Episode 22 - Aired 10/24/1998

    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.

    Director: Hiroshi Kotaki

    Writer: Nobuaki Kishima

  • The Rainy Downhill
    8.0/1088 votes
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    The Rainy Downhill

    Season 1 Episode 23 - Aired 11/7/1998

    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.

    Director: Susumu Kudou

    Writer: Nobuaki Kishima

  • Akagi's White Comet
    8.2/1089 votes
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    Akagi's White Comet

    Season 1 Episode 24 - Aired 11/14/1998

    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.

    Director: Masami Hata

    Writer: Hiroshi Toda

  • Last Great Battle
    8.4/1089 votes
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    Last Great Battle

    Season 1 Episode 25 - Aired 11/28/1998

    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.

    Director: Kazunori Ikegami

    Writer: Hiroshi Toda

  • The New Downhill Legend
    9.0/10128 votes
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    The New Downhill Legend

    Season 1 Episode 26 - Aired 12/5/1998

    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.

    Director: Hiroshi Tsuruta

    Writer: Hiroshi Toda