: Several high-quality uploads of the English dub exist on the platform, such as this version of Episode 1: The Ultimate Tofu Store Drift .
: The Funimation YouTube Channel and various fan-curated playlists often host the first stage. Watch Initial D: First Stage Episode 1 for free...
: As of March 2025, the series was reportedly removed from major platforms like Crunchyroll due to licensing expirations, making YouTube one of the primary free alternatives remaining. Paper: The Awakening of the Ghost of Akina Introduction : Several high-quality uploads of the English dub