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First Aired: April 18th, 1998

Status: Ended

Network: ANIMAX

Summary: 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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Season 1

Episode 1: The Ultimate Tofu Store Drift

Air Date: April 18th, 1998

Summary: 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.

Episode 2: Revenge! The Rumbling Turbo

Air Date: April 25th, 1998

Summary: 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.

Episode 3: Downhill Specialist Arrives

Air Date: May 2nd, 1998

Summary: 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.

Episode 4: The Battle Begins

Air Date: May 9th, 1998

Summary: 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.

Episode 5: Dogfight!

Air Date: May 16th, 1998

Summary: 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.

Episode 6: A New Challenger

Air Date: May 23rd, 1998

Summary: 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.

Episode 7: Pride of a Racer

Air Date: June 13rd, 1998

Summary: 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.

Episode 8: Time's Almost Up!

Air Date: June 20th, 1998

Summary: 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.

Episode 9: Battle To the Limit

Air Date: June 27th, 1998

Summary: 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!

Episode 10: The Five Consecutive Hairpins

Air Date: July 4th, 1998

Summary: 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.

Episode 11: Shingo Arrives

Air Date: July 11st, 1998

Summary: 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.

Episode 12: The FR Killer

Air Date: August 1st, 1998

Summary: 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.

Episode 13: First Date

Air Date: August 8th, 1998

Summary: 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.

Episode 14: Evolving Drift

Air Date: August 15th, 1998

Summary: 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.

Episode 15: Takumi's Fury

Air Date: August 22nd, 1998

Summary: 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.

Episode 16: The Angel of Usui

Air Date: August 29th, 1998

Summary: 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!

Episode 17: Sudden-Death Death Match

Air Date: September 12nd, 1998

Summary: 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.

Episode 18: Hot Winds and Furious Driving

Air Date: September 19th, 1998

Summary: 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.

Episode 19: Super Drift!

Air Date: September 26th, 1998

Summary: 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.

Episode 20: The End of Summer

Air Date: October 1st, 1998

Summary: 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.

Episode 21: Challenge From the Superstar

Air Date: October 17th, 1998

Summary: 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.

Episode 22: Fierce Uphill Battle!

Air Date: October 24th, 1998

Summary: 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.

Episode 23: The Rainy Downhill

Air Date: November 7th, 1998

Summary: 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.

Episode 24: Akagi's White Comet

Air Date: November 14th, 1998

Summary: 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.

Episode 25: Last Great Battle

Air Date: November 28th, 1998

Summary: 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.

Episode 26: The New Downhill Legend

Air Date: December 5th, 1998

Summary: 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.

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