Fans of the iconic Initial D series can look forward to a new iteration of its very beginning. This upcoming project revisits the "First Stage," the anime that introduced Takumi Fujiwara's legendary downhill drifting skills to the world. The original "Initial D First Stage" aired in 1998 and remains a cornerstone of the franchise, known for its thrilling street races and introduction to the world of Japanese touge racing. Produced by Studio Comet, it adapted the early arcs of Shuichi Shigeno's manga, setting the stage for subsequent seasons like "Second Stage" and beyond. Details on how this alternate version will differ from the original "First Stage" are still emerging, but its focus on the foundational story promises to engage both long-time followers and newcomers curious about the origins of the Project D saga.