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Sep 7, 2009 6:22 PM
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Lol, this episode was awesome. I can't wait for the Duct Tape deathmatch. I hope it doesn't take them too long to start.
Jun 6, 2010 3:33 PM
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Driving with duct tape like he described sounds like suicide, i think it's just a bluff.
My guess is that the driver of that red Civic will use underhanded tactics.
Nov 12, 2010 8:06 AM
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Even i'll faint if i was with tak in that car.
This thing about duct tape sounds pretty interesting. I'm guessing you position your hand in the right spot, just enough to turn corner nicely and all (or not) goes smoothly. The other guy probably cheats and gets respects for things he does when spectators aren't looking.
Apr 26, 2012 9:44 AM
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That EG6 punk needs to be put in his place with his dirty driving and douchebag attitude.And that duct tape deathmatch sounds ridiculous.
Jan 18, 2013 9:53 PM
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That EG6 punk needs to be put in his place with his dirty driving and douchebag attitude.And that duct tape deathmatch sounds ridiculous.

Totally.
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Sep 12, 2014 9:17 PM
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Even Itsuki needs some love.
Jan 3, 2015 12:45 AM
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Duck tape match....I smell someone crashing especially since that guy drives dirty.
Mar 24, 2015 9:28 PM
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Oh yea he's definitely not gonna fake duct taping his right hand.....
Nov 21, 2015 8:38 AM
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Duck tape is very very hard.
May 15, 2016 1:56 PM

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"duct tape deathmatch" what is that ? a wrestling match stipulation ? haha
May 16, 2016 5:26 AM

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Another pretty great episode, I do wonder if he'll accept that challenge, it sure looks quite dangerous!
Dec 4, 2016 10:17 AM
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kind of annoyed that someone shows up all the time and challenges the main character
Jan 11, 2017 2:00 AM

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Men are simple creatures xD


What a jerk, I mean he's littering everywhere xD
Duct tape deathmatch.... Sureeeee, it's not like you can undo it immediately
Again.. Takumi don't have to accept it, but plot convenience strikes again :D
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Jul 23, 2017 2:07 PM

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Somewhat happy for Itsuki but he's pushing it too hard , it might ruin everything for him ._.

Still wondering why there are no simple cars going on the road. Doesn't really at least one citizen need to go somewhere to pass this road ?
Sep 23, 2017 6:37 PM

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Sounds like a really thrilling challenge ,but it's obvious that the other guy will use some underhanded tactics.

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Feb 15, 2018 3:32 PM

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takumi didn't even say anything to the guy and yet he still challenged him... even though the one who had a issue with him wasn't takumi. a bit unfair...

saori is way cuter than mogi, wish she paired up with takumi instead but i know that'll never happen lol. also saw the preview for the next episode and i heard a very computerized-sounding "congratulations".
Aug 29, 2018 2:03 PM

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Did Itsuki ever see his face? "I hope she's at least decent looking", what a joke, he should buy a mirror or something, he's in no position to be demanding about appearances. And to blatantly lie like that to a girl that was trying to get to know him too, so low.

Anyways, seeing how Iketani ate the dust of that unpleasant character, and freaked out sitting beside Takumi as he drove with him for a second time, just makes me feel that he will never race and win, a pity, I like him. And that Shingo throwing those cigarette butts on the ground, was as infuriating as his attitude, dirty litterbug, I can't stand this guy. If Takumi is going to race him, I just hope he doesn't go back on his word, and beg Iketani for forgiveness.
Dec 14, 2018 1:12 PM

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Another great episode.

The challenge seems dangerous.

Jun 16, 2019 3:26 PM
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Takumi spending more time with his girl, she found a partner for Itsuki, uhh, for some reason I have a feeling she doesn't want to see Itsuki again, hahaha. The new challenger sure wants to race in a dangerous manner, seems like he doesn't want to race purely on skill..
Jul 27, 2019 4:09 PM

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Man this anime is so clutch.

Seeing Iketani break into tears on the first corner and then crawling out of the passenger seat shortly after, I was literally crying from laughing too hard.

Not even into cars but I was imagining myself as Takumi driving on the touges this morning. Can’t get enough of the brotherhood, love and laughs from this show💯💯💯
Mar 24, 2020 6:16 PM
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Death match is really interesting tbh, it's gonna be great
Apr 8, 2020 12:13 PM

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Hmm this EG6 driver is a prick, don't like him or the sound of his challenge...
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Jun 7, 2020 2:01 PM

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LOL, Shingo is crazy with his duct tape challenge. xD
Nov 12, 2020 1:29 PM

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Duct Tape Deathmatch sounds like an amazing concept haha. I guess that the challenger will cheat somehow though
Jan 17, 2021 1:04 PM

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Takumi is forced into yet another race. Cant wait to see that cheating cunt lose at his own game.

Aug 19, 2021 9:06 PM

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God I forgot how cool Shingo was. He may be annoying but he's a great character.
Feb 18, 2022 3:42 PM

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Takumi didn’t even use the hand break to drift the S13

Sep 8, 2022 8:45 AM
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some good broom brooms
Sep 28, 2022 4:17 PM
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So peaceful and tense at a time
Oct 28, 2022 6:53 PM

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"Men are simple creatures" when they see Takumi driving an 86 they are happy

Duct tape challenge seems legit don't care if Shingo cheats or doesn't but would be funnier if Shingo does cheat and still lose to Takumi is going to be hysterical.
Jan 22, 2023 4:20 AM

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iketani looking like he's on a roller coster ride sitting on the passenger seat while takumi drifts, at least he didn't faint this time.
Jul 3, 2023 10:01 AM

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Shingo.... No-one likes Shingo...
Jun 7, 2024 11:22 AM

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iketani screams for his life again.
this art style doesnt really make the girls look pretty:D
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Jul 5, 2024 8:10 PM
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Despite being a huge dork I like Itsuki for some reason. Usually character like him can ruin shows for me but somehow in Initial D he's kinda funny.
Dec 13, 2024 9:10 PM

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I wouldn't trust the rules of the other guy tbh.
Jan 21, 2025 11:30 AM

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Well, that took a big turn. Having your right hand stuck to your wheel by duct tape while racing is dangerous. I think Takumi might be able to do it but Idk really. I feel like Shingo is much more different opponent than the previous ones that Takumi beat in a race.

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