Initial D GN (2002-2008 Tokyopop) comic books 2003-2005

Includes Limited Edition Trading Card - Volume 4 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. Tak's reputation around Gunma Prefecture is growing (along with his passion for racing), and better and better challengers are beginning to come out of the folds to face the now infamous Eight Six. One of these challengers is the top driver on the Night Kids' racing team, Shinjo, whose lust for winning borders on the psychotic. Tak's entering some stiff competition... but he'll find that his most feared adversary could very well be himself. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Does NOT Include Limited Edition Trading Card - Volume 4 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. Tak's reputation around Gunma Prefecture is growing (along with his passion for racing), and better and better challengers are beginning to come out of the folds to face the now infamous Eight Six. One of these challengers is the top driver on the Night Kids' racing team, Shinjo, whose lust for winning borders on the psychotic. Tak's entering some stiff competition... but he'll find that his most feared adversary could very well be himself. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Includes Limited Edition Trading Card - Volume 5 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. The street racing scene in Gunma Prefecture is fierce, sporting some of the best racers in all of Japan. But the winds of change have started to blow as Tak and his Eight-Six go head-to-head against Ryosuke "Ry" Takahashi and his Mazda RX-7. Can Tak defeat the best racer in Gunma Prefecture, or will the Red Suns conquer Akina on their way to glory? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Does NOT Include Limited Edition Trading Card - Volume 5 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. The street racing scene in Gunma Prefecture is fierce, sporting some of the best racers in all of Japan. But the winds of change have started to blow as Tak and his Eight-Six go head-to-head against Ryosuke "Ry" Takahashi and his Mazda RX-7. Can Tak defeat the best racer in Gunma Prefecture, or will the Red Suns conquer Akina on their way to glory? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Includes Limited Edition Trading Card - Volume 6 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. Tak is beginning to feel comfortable with his racing skills and yearns to leave the comfort of Mt. Akina in search of new challenges. His search takes him to Mt. Usui and to a course unlike anything he has seen in his life. His pride as a racer is on the line as he challenges Usui's number one downhill specialist. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Does NOT Include Limited Edition Trading Card - Volume 6 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. Tak is beginning to feel comfortable with his racing skills and yearns to leave the comfort of Mt. Akina in search of new challenges. His search takes him to Mt. Usui and to a course unlike anything he has seen in his life. His pride as a racer is on the line as he challenges Usui's number one downhill specialist. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Does NOT Include Limited Edition Trading Card - Volume 6 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. Tak is beginning to feel comfortable with his racing skills and yearns to leave the comfort of Mt. Akina in search of new challenges. His search takes him to Mt. Usui and to a course unlike anything he has seen in his life. His pride as a racer is on the line as he challenges Usui's number one downhill specialist. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 7 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. Tak attends a late night battle between the Redsuns and Nightkids. Standing at the roadside, he watches the high-speed race and is surprised to discover that he has come to enjoy this lifestyle. A hard rain starts to fall and a junior member of the Redsuns suddenly challenges Takumi to a rain battle. Iggy is in for the ride of his life as they barrel down the mountain pass at full throttle. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Includes Limited Edition Trading Card - Volume 7 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. Tak attends a late night battle between the Redsuns and Nightkids. Standing at the roadside, he watches the high-speed race and is surprised to discover that he has come to enjoy this lifestyle. A hard rain starts to fall and a junior member of the Redsuns suddenly challenges Takumi to a rain battle. Iggy is in for the ride of his life as they barrel down the mountain pass at full throttle. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Does NOT Include Limited Edition Trading Card - Volume 7 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. Tak attends a late night battle between the Redsuns and Nightkids. Standing at the roadside, he watches the high-speed race and is surprised to discover that he has come to enjoy this lifestyle. A hard rain starts to fall and a junior member of the Redsuns suddenly challenges Takumi to a rain battle. Iggy is in for the ride of his life as they barrel down the mountain pass at full throttle. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Includes Limited Edition Trading Card - Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. Even with his buddy Iggy in the backseat, the battle in the rain goes to Tak. As a defeated Nakamura watches Tak pass him by, a mysterious Evolution 6 appears out of nowhere and leaves him behind as well. It seems the Evo belongs to a couple of guys from Team Emperor, Seiji and Kyoichi, who've been itching to get a crack at Gunma's fastest. They get their shot on Mt. Akina when Tak agrees to give Seiji the race he's been asking for. Meanwhile, Bunta's got a hot new engine to put in the 86, but before he'll do it Tak's got one final lesson in racing to learn... how to lose. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Does NOT Include Limited Edition Trading Card - Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. Even with his buddy Iggy in the backseat, the battle in the rain goes to Tak. As a defeated Nakamura watches Tak pass him by, a mysterious Evolution 6 appears out of nowhere and leaves him behind as well. It seems the Evo belongs to a couple of guys from Team Emperor, Seiji and Kyoichi, who've been itching to get a crack at Gunma's fastest. They get their shot on Mt. Akina when Tak agrees to give Seiji the race he's been asking for. Meanwhile, Bunta's got a hot new engine to put in the 86, but before he'll do it Tak's got one final lesson in racing to learn... how to lose. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Includes Limited Edition Trading Card - Volume 9 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. Like many before him, Seiji of Team Emperor just can't hang against Tak and the 86. Seems like everyone on the mountain is talking about the enigmatic 86 and its unknown driver, but Tak, modest as ever, keeps it all to himself. However, when some chick goes off on Natalie for no good reason, Tak's more than willing to give the girl and her boyfriend a lesson in humility with an impromptu race. Off the road, Bunta's still waiting for parts to the new engine for the 86. But the biggest news of all, is that Natalie's so-called 'father' is actually an older man she sleeps with for money. The thing is, she's fallen in love with Tak, and when she tells the old guy that it's over, he insists on one last 'date.' None of this may matter a bit, though, since Tak's just received an anonymous phone call dishing all the dirt about Natalie's dark secret. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Does NOT Include Limited Edition Trading Card - Volume 9 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. Like many before him, Seiji of Team Emperor just can't hang against Tak and the 86. Seems like everyone on the mountain is talking about the enigmatic 86 and its unknown driver, but Tak, modest as ever, keeps it all to himself. However, when some chick goes off on Natalie for no good reason, Tak's more than willing to give the girl and her boyfriend a lesson in humility with an impromptu race. Off the road, Bunta's still waiting for parts to the new engine for the 86. But the biggest news of all, is that Natalie's so-called 'father' is actually an older man she sleeps with for money. The thing is, she's fallen in love with Tak, and when she tells the old guy that it's over, he insists on one last 'date.' None of this may matter a bit, though, since Tak's just received an anonymous phone call dishing all the dirt about Natalie's dark secret. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Includes Limited Edition Trading Card - Volume 10 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. A mysterious caller advises Tak to go to a certain hotel where catches Natalie in the act. A stunned Tak goes straight to another race against Kyoichi, and in his agitated state, blows the engine in the 86. While the engine is in the shop, K.T. drops by to say he will avenge Tak. It's cold comfort to Tak, who confides in Iggy that he regrets racing on Mt. Akagi in the first place. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Does NOT Include Limited Edition Trading Card - Volume 10 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. A mysterious caller advises Tak to go to a certain hotel where catches Natalie in the act. A stunned Tak goes straight to another race against Kyoichi, and in his agitated state, blows the engine in the 86. While the engine is in the shop, K.T. drops by to say he will avenge Tak. It's cold comfort to Tak, who confides in Iggy that he regrets racing on Mt. Akagi in the first place. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Includes Limited Edition Trading Card - Volume 11 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. Ry Takahashi of the Redsuns and Kyoichi of Team Emperor begin their long awaited battle on Akagi in front of an enormous gallery of spectators. Meanwhile, Tak's personal life is changing dramatically as his relationship with Natalie deteriorates due to her little secret. One ray of hope lies in the fact that Bunta has completed the repairs on the eight six but Tak soon discovers that his beloved car has changed and even the simple act of delivering tofu proves to be an uphill battle. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Does NOT Include Limited Edition Trading Card - Volume 11 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. Ry Takahashi of the Redsuns and Kyoichi of Team Emperor begin their long awaited battle on Akagi in front of an enormous gallery of spectators. Meanwhile, Tak's personal life is changing dramatically as his relationship with Natalie deteriorates due to her little secret. One ray of hope lies in the fact that Bunta has completed the repairs on the eight six but Tak soon discovers that his beloved car has changed and even the simple act of delivering tofu proves to be an uphill battle. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 12 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. Just as Iggy and Katsumi's relationship begins to heat up, her brother Wataru rev's up the wheels of his turbocharged 86 and calls out the Redsuns on their home turf. When K.T. dismisses his challenge, Wataru shifts into high gear and goes after Tak. Wataru wants to battle, and this time he definitely won't take no for an answer! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 13 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. It's a battle of endurance when Tak and Wataru take their turbo 86's up and down the treacherous mountain roads. The two road warriors won't give an inch, and it seems the end will only come when one of them passes out from exhaustion! Who will go the distance? Meanwhile, as Iggy and Katsumi's relationship arrives at a crossroad, will there be time for one last goodbye? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 14 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. With his reputation growing, Tak gets an offer to join a new racing team. While mulling it over, Tak wants to give the upstart, Kyoichi, a taste of his own medicine. As the race heats up, romance beings to sizzle, too! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 15 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. Riding in on the tails of Tak's last victory, a mysterious Toyota MR2 pulls up with Tak's next opponent, Kai Kogashiwa. Like Tak, Kai learned everything he knows about racing from his dad. It turns out that Kai's father is also Bunta's old archrival, and Kai is here to restore his family honor. Will Kai knock Tak off his winning streak? Or will history repeat itself? Don't miss the highflying action as a new generation of racers displays the depth and passion behind street racing! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 16 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. While the Fujiwara Tofu Trueno emerges victorious over Kai and his MR-2, Natalie can only think of Tak drifting. Although Tak is feeling betrayed, Natalie is trying her best to get Tak to warm up to her again. When Miki tries to get back with Natalie, Tak steps up to protect her dignity. Miki won't go down without a battle - it's Toyota Celica Vs. the Toyota Trueno. Whoever comes out on top will get the girl! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 17 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. Miki struck out again! He lost the girl and the race. Running the mountain is no problem for Tak and his Trueno, but there's more to a relationship than just shifting gears. Natalie is getting serious and really wants a definite answer from Tak. Not only that, it seems like everyone who owns a car wants a piece of the Eight-Six! Will the Eight-Six remain victorious? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 18 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. It's shear motor madness as the match between Tohru's Miata and Tak's Trueno race to the edge of excitement. Tak makes a major maneuver to give him the upper hand but Tohru won't let the victory slip away that easily. As the two hurl down the streets neck-and-neck at break-neck speeds, K.T. sets up for his uphill battle against Jonrou Kawai. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 19 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. When Takumi was talking with Project Dâ's mechanics, he explains that he really enjoys what heâ's doing now. As the race between Project D and the wildcard Toudou School looms in the near future, each team meticulously prepares for battle. Vehicles are tuned to precision and strategies are carefully considered. When the day finally arrives the first meet is between Tak and Touduoâ's Daiki Ninomiya. And then it's on. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 20 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. Proving that passing Daiki was no fluke, Tak wins his race. Now it's up to K.T. to keep up the momentum as he takes on Todo's "Smiley" Sakai. They call the guy "Smiley" because in the heat of battle his face scrunches up into what might be deceptively described as a grin. Sakai's smile quickly fades, though, when K.T. beats him in their race. After this defeat, a long absent member of the Todo team comes back to defend the team's sullied reputation...a member so tough that even Kyle calls Ry to warn him. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.