Series

Initial D

★ 8.0(130)199825m5 seasons

Initial D is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT, Anime Times Amazon Channel and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in Japan, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. Availability checked 9 June 2026.

Where to watch Initial D

🇯🇵 Japan

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Good to know

Release date: 1998-04-18
Runtime: 25m
Language: Japanese
Seasons: 5
Episodes: 81
Network: ANIMAX, Fuji TV
Status: Ended
Country: Japan
Studio: OB Planning

About Initial D

Initial D is a 1998 web series in the Animation, Action & Adventure and Drama genres, starring Shin-ichiro Miki, Atsushi Abe and Takehito Koyasu. It spans 5 seasons and 81 episodes, and originally aired on ANIMAX and Fuji TV. It holds an average rating of 8.0/10 from 130 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Initial D in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

Seasons (5)

First Stage26 eps · 1998

Second Stage13 eps · 1999

Fourth Stage24 eps · 2004

Fifth Stage14 eps · 2012

Final Stage4 eps · 2014

Cast

Shin-ichiro Miki

Takumi Fujiwara (voice)

Atsushi Abe

Shinji Inui (voice)

Takehito Koyasu

Ryosuke Takahashi (voice)

Tomokazu Seki

Keisuke Takahashi (voice)

Hidenobu Kiuchi

Go Hojo (voice)

Yasuyuki Kase

Eiji Kubo (voice)

Yuuka Hirose

Shinji's Mother (voice)

Themes & keywords

car racestreet raceracingdriftingbased on mangadelivery boyseinenanimeprodigymotorsportjapan car culturemountain roadgunma, japan

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Initial D in Japan?+

In Japan, you can stream Initial D on Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT, Anime Times Amazon Channel and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video.

Is Initial D on Netflix?+

Initial D is not on Netflix in Japan right now, but you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT, Anime Times Amazon Channel and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

How many seasons of Initial D are there?+

Initial D has 5 seasons and 81 episodes in total.

Who stars in Initial D?+

Initial D stars Shin-ichiro Miki, Atsushi Abe, Takehito Koyasu, Tomokazu Seki and Hidenobu Kiuchi.

When did Initial D come out?+

Initial D is a 1998 web series.

What genre is Initial D?+

Initial D is Animation, Action & Adventure and Drama series.