Initial D: Fourth Stage (2004)

Episodes: 24
Premiered April 17, 2004

Takumi Fujiwara and brothers Keisuke and Ryousuke Takahashi have formed "Project D," a racing team aimed at bringing their driving skills to their full potential outside their prefecture. Using the internet, Project D issues challenges to other racing teams and posts results of their races. Managed by Ryousuke, the team has Takumi engaging in downhill battles with his AE86, while Keisuke challenges opponents uphill. Among their rivals are the Seven-Star Leaf (SSR) and Todo-juku.

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Episodes

Episode 1 · April 17, 2004 · 28m

Project D
Project D's reputation is growing with every race. The team's next match pits Takumi against a downhill racer with technique very similar to his own.

8.0
Episode 2 · April 17, 2004 · 28m

Full Speed! Downhill Battle
Tohru's promised to quit racing forever if he loses his next match. The course is dangerous, and with Project D's downhill specialist on his tail, one wrong move could spell disaster.

8.3
Episode 3 · June 19, 2004 · 28m

The Most Powerful Man of the Toudou School
The guys of Project D are great at keeping their cool, but the pressure can't be denied as they prepare to face their next opponents - the students of the Toudou Racing School.

7.7
Episode 4 · June 19, 2004 · 28m

Two Pieces of Advice
The Toudou School's driver could be the toughest Takumi's ever faced. If Project D is to claim victory, Takumi would be wise to listen to Ryosuke's advice.

8.0
Episode 5 · August 21, 2004 · 28m

The Starting Line to Victory
The Toudou School brings in a professional driver to face Project D in a rematch. With reputations on the line, Ryosuke must decide who will represent the team.

8.0
Episode 6 · August 21, 2004 · 28m

Blind Attack
The Toudou School's driver knows all about exploiting a challenger's blind spot. If Takumi hopes to win, he'll have to find a way to leave his opponent in the dark.

8.8
Episode 7 · October 16, 2004 · 28m

The 85's Raging Turbo
A New nightmarish opponent arrives on Mt. Akina challenging Takumi in a downhill battle. Also, Itsuki gets a new upgrade for his Eight-Five as it is demonstrated on the downhill.

8.2
Episode 8 · October 16, 2004 · 28m

Fateful Battle of FDs
Keisuke meets a girl named Kyoko, who happens to be a fellow FD driver. Their first encounter is pleasant and leaves her weak in the knees. Their second encounter is a race on her turf.

8.5
Episode 9 · December 18, 2004 · 28m

Kyoko's Confession
Hoping to keep up with Takumi's growth as a racer, Keisuke's spending most of his spare time driving. He's not interested in distractions - and that could spell heartbreak for Kyoko.

7.7
Episode 10 · December 19, 2004 · 28m

The Saitama Area's Ultimate Weapon
Project D might be in trouble. The leader of the Northern Saitama Alliance has recruited a bold new driver to face Takumi. Ryosuke knows victory isn't a sure thing, and as the race begins, so does a heavy rain.

8.4
Episode 11 · February 19, 2005 · 28m

Rainy Downhill Battle
Takumi struggles to keep up with the Northern Saitama Alliance's Cappuccino. As the rain soaks the course, both teams find their confidence wavering - it seems the race could go either way.

8.6
Episode 12 · February 19, 2005 · 28m

Straightaway of Struggles
Takumi is locked in the toughest race of his career! With Ryosuke's odd advice echoing in his mind, and the Cappuccino still leading, his decision in the last straightaway will be the difference in victory or defeat.

8.4
Episode 13 · April 16, 2005 · 28m

Motivation
Keisuke and Wataru's grueling race continues in the pouring rain. Meanwhile, the Cappuccino driver picks Takumi's brain, trying to better understand his amazing abilities behind the wheel.

8.0
Episode 14 · April 16, 2005 · 28m

Sad Lonely Driver
After driving the Impreza, Takumi begins to question his abilities behind the wheel of the Eight-Six. Itsuki's got his own emotional turmoil after a date with Kasumi takes an unexpected turn.

8.0
Episode 15 · April 18, 2005 · 28m

4WD Complex
Takumi continues wrestling with the differences in his Eight-Six and the Impreza. Later, when Keisuke falls prey to a trap set by Project D's next opponents, the upcoming race could be over before it begins.

8.8
Episode 16 · April 18, 2005 · 28m

Hillclimb of Fury
The damage to Keisuke's car might prevent him from driving in the uphill race. Just as it looks like he's out of options, Kyoko arrives on the scene in her FD.

8.8
Episode 17 · April 20, 2005 · 28m

The Saitama Area's Final Battle
The Lan EVO drivers have proven to be Project D's shadiest opponents yet. They've already shown their willingness to cheat - and now they've threatened Takumi's team with physical violence.

8.3
Episode 18 · April 20, 2005 · 28m

Last Drive
Kyoko is delighted to spend a day with Keisuke while his car's in the shop. She likes him more than ever, but with his skills growing, Keisuke's never been more focused on driving.

8.3
Episode 19 · October 15, 2005 · 28m

God Foot and God Arm
Project D's next match is against a pair of legendary racers. The veteran drivers of Purple Shadow may be a lot older than Takumi's crew, but they aren't rusty. In fact, their skills are as sharp as polished blades.

8.4
Episode 20 · October 15, 2005 · 28m

The Unmatched GT-R!
Keisuke climbs behind the wheel of his newly modified FD to take on the legendary God Foot's GT-R! The race will be tougher - and longer - than normal. Luckily, Ryosuke's got a plan.

8.8
Episode 21 · October 17, 2005 · 28m

Dogfight
The battle between the FD and GT-R continues, however the real battle has just begun. Now, Hoshino demonstrates his unique driving skills that people call the impossible earning him the name Godfoot. This makes Keisuke’s true racing abilities appear when it’s pushed beyond his limits as both drivers begin to drive recklessly forcing the battle to be settled in more than just one battle.

8.8
Episode 22 · October 17, 2005 · 28m

The Sorcerer of the Single-Handed Steer
God Arm's unexpected moves and legendary steering skills have Project D's downhill ace feeling the pressure - and it doesn't help that Takumi's mind keeps drifting back to the Impreza.

8.0
Episode 23 · October 18, 2005 · 28m

Endless Battle
Takumi's greatest strength is his greatest weakness in the match with God Arm. The race has become an endurance test, and both drivers are wearing thin. Something's got to give - and soon.

8.4
Episode 24 · October 18, 2005 · 28m

The Never-Ending Challenge
Takumi and God Arm speed toward the finish line. After the race ends, the rising star looks to the legend for a lesson in technique - and Project D looks into the future where new challengers wait for their shot.

8.8