Set in an actual Japanese mountain pass, this work depicts the story of “racers” who strive to take on deadly roads in the shadow of mountain passes. Behind the wheel of the mysterious “Ghost of Akina” Takumi Fujiwara, who had no interest in cars, gradually becomes fascinated by the world of racers and grows as a racer on his way to becoming the greatest racer ever.
Even if you are not interested in cars, it is a manga that has the power to change your mind. It feels like a royal road in terms of pacing, with foes appearing one after the other and fighting. You will feel revitalized, and energized, and perhaps in no time you will be genuinely, truly, madly, fantastically, and unquestionably in love with the entire thing.
So if you haven’t watched the series yet, maybe it’s time you give it a go. But before you go, here are some of the best motivating & inspiring quotes from the legendary series.
So without further ado let’s go,
29+ Incredible Initial D Quotes to Lift Your Spirit
Takumi Fujiwara
That’s my dream, Natsuki. To become the best driver the world’s ever seen. -Takumi Fujiwara
If it has four wheels and it runs, it’s a car. -Takumi Fujiwara
This is something completely different. Something I don’t think you could understand. And even if I could explain it. You couldn’t wrap your head around this crazy fear I have inside -Takumi Fujiwara
What’s wrong with an AE85? It has an engine, tires, and it runs. Even if it doesn’t have power, it can pick up speed on downhill. Why don’t you practice hard and learn some techniques? -Takumi Fujiwara
I had nothing else to do out there so when I started getting bored with the drive, I’d see how close I could get to the guardrail without touching them. -Takumi Fujiwara
No matter how fast the car in front runs, they are not going to fly. Both are cars, both have 4 tires. So since they can turn at a corner, I can also turn at the same speed. -Takumi Fujiwara
Ryosuke Takahashi
No matter how strong the pain is, it’s our duty to move forward. You’re wrong for running away from reality. -Ryosuke Takahashi
For now, absorb everything completely. For the sake of the day that will surely come. -Ryosuke Takahashi
I won’t run or hide. I won’t lose that easily. So throw everything you’ve got at me -Ryosuke Takahashi
Don’t be content with winning on a small stage like Akina. There’s a much bigger world out there. -Ryosuke Takahashi
Those who can drive fast only on straightaways are amateurs. Those who’ve mastered the corners are middle rank. An advanced driver makes the difference not in the straightaways or corners but in the third point. -Ryosuke Takahashi
The key to downhill success isn’t power, it’s balance. -Ryosuke Takahashi
Koichiro Iketani
I’m an Akina racer born and bred! And when the RedSuns challenge one of us, they challenge all of us. -Koichiro Iketani
Keisuke said it himself. On the outside, the thing’s a normal Panda Trueno, but on the inside, it’s a beast like you’ve never seen. -Koichiro Iketani
I almost don’t even care who wins or loses just as long as the fight’s a good one. -Koichiro Iketani
Keisuke Takahashi
If you like to drive a car, that’s enough to be called a Street Racer. If you’re a Street Racer, you should have pride in the technique you have learned. If someone challenges you, you accept it. That’s the pride of a Street Racer. -Keisuke Takahashi
I don’t know if it’s youth or innocence, but once you’ve decided something, there’s no changing it, right? You’re the type that can take corners without hesitation, not even knowing what lies ahead. -Keisuke Takahashi
Bunta Fujiwara
Driving technique is not something you can obtain in a few days. -Bunta Fujiwara
Racing is about adapting. In any situation, Believe your instincts. Trust your Experience. -Bunta Fujiwara
Takashi Nakazato
It’s not every day you see a driver who works his ride better than his own feet, but when you do you can tell by the aura coming off the car. -Takashi Nakazato
Just remember, Myogi has a driver named Takeshi Nakazato. I’ll show you that scrap heap’s no match for a GT-R!! -Takashi Nakazato
Wataru Akiyama
If we race, and we will, I will not lose to you! That I swear! -Wataru Akiyama
The One With The Stronger Heart, Always Wins the Battle! -Wataru Akiyama
Hojo Rin
There will only be one round. If you manage to get away, you win. But I won’t let you. -Hojo Rin
You have strong luck, but how long will it last? -Hojo Rin
Dr. “God Hand” Toshiya Joushima
No Matter how much skill you have, it’s difficult to maintain it once you have decided that you’re good enough. -Toshiya Joushima
If you aren’t continuously looking up and putting in the effort, you can’t reach the next level. -Toshiya Joushima
Kozo ‘God Foot’ Hoshino & Shuichi Fumihiro
If someone’s got a bit of money and doesn’t know anything about cars, he’ll drive a Benz or Ferrari or some crap. I’ve got money, but I couldn’t care less about those sorts of cars! Till the day I die.. give me a GT-R!” -Kozo ‘God Foot’ Hoshino
Life is the same as when you’re driving…sometimes you go faster by letting go of the accelerator… -Shuichi Fumihiro
There you go our list of amazing quotes from Initial D. What do you think of the list? Did you like it? What are some of your favorite quotes from Initial D? Let us know in the comment below!
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