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E01

Episode 1

★ 8.5

The Ultimate Tofu Store Drift

1998-04-18 · 25m

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.

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E02

Episode 2

★ 7.9

Revenge! The Rumbling Turbo

1998-04-25 · 25m

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.

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E03

Episode 3

★ 8.0

Downhill Specialist Arrives

1998-05-02 · 25m

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.

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E04

Episode 4

★ 8.8

The Battle Begins

1998-05-09 · 25m

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.

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E05

Episode 5

★ 8.7

Dogfight!

1998-05-16 · 25m

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.

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E06

Episode 6

★ 8.1

A New Challenger

1998-05-23 · 25m

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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E07

Episode 7

★ 7.8

Pride of a Racer

1998-06-13 · 25m

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.

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E08

Episode 8

★ 7.7

Time's Almost Up!

1998-06-20 · 25m

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.

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E09

Episode 9

★ 8.8

Battle To the Limit

1998-06-27 · 25m

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!

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E10

Episode 10

★ 8.7

The Five Consecutive Hairpins

1998-07-04 · 25m

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.

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E11

Episode 11

★ 8.1

Shingo Arrives

1998-07-11 · 25m

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.

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E12

Episode 12

★ 8.0

The FR Killer

1998-08-01 · 25m

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.

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E13

Episode 13

★ 7.2

First Date

1998-08-08 · 25m

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.

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E14

Episode 14

★ 7.7

Evolving Drift

1998-08-15 · 25m

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.

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E15

Episode 15

★ 8.6

Takumi's Fury

1998-08-22 · 25m

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.

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E16

Episode 16

★ 7.7

The Angel of Usui

1998-08-29 · 25m

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!

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E17

Episode 17

★ 8.3

Sudden-Death Death Match

1998-09-12 · 25m

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.

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E18

Episode 18

★ 8.7

Hot Winds and Furious Driving

1998-09-19 · 25m

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.

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E19

Episode 19

★ 8.6

Super Drift!

1998-09-26 · 25m

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.

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E20

Episode 20

★ 7.8

The End of Summer

1998-10-01 · 25m

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.

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E21

Episode 21

★ 8.1

Challenge From the Superstar

1998-10-17 · 25m

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.

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E22

Episode 22

★ 8.2

Fierce Uphill Battle!

1998-10-24 · 25m

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.

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E23

Episode 23

★ 8.3

The Rainy Downhill

1998-11-07 · 25m

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.

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E24

Episode 24

★ 8.4

Akagi's White Comet

1998-11-14 · 25m

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.

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E25

Episode 25

★ 8.6

Last Great Battle

1998-11-28 · 25m

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.

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E26

Episode 26

★ 9.1

The New Downhill Legend

1998-12-05 · 25m

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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