Initial D: Second Stage Episode 9 May 2026

Takumi wakes up to find his car fully repaired with a "brand new" engine. Bunta reveals they now co-own the car 50/50 since he used Takumi’s delivery and part-time job earnings to fund the rebuild.

This episode shifts the focus toward technical tuning and the learning curve of a high-performance racing engine. Notable Features in Ep. 9 Toyota Sprinter Trueno (AE86) Features a new racing engine, bucket seat, and roll bar. Wataru Akiyama Toyota Corolla Levin (AE86) Equipped with a turbocharger and boost meter. Keisuke Takahashi Mazda RX-7 (FD3S) Initial D: Second Stage Episode 9

is noted by fans as a standout track for this part of the series. Ending Theme: "Kimi Ga Iru" by Galla. Takumi wakes up to find his car fully

A new rival is introduced—Wataru Akiyama, an elite racer from Saitama who also drives a Toyota AE86 (a turbocharged Levin). Notable Features in Ep