
"New Initial D the Movie - Legend 2: Racer" is the second installment in a planned trilogy that vividly retells the thrilling beginning of Shuuichi Shigeno's iconic car-racing manga. The story centers on high school student Takumi Fujiwara, who lives a seemingly ordinary life. By day, Takumi works diligently as a gas station attendant, while by night he delivers tofu for his father's shop. Despite the mundanity of these duties, Takumi's life takes a dramatic turn through the world of street racing.
Unbeknownst to many, Takumi possesses extraordinary driving skills that are complemented by his father's expertly modified Toyota Sprinter AE86 Trueno. This unassuming car, combined with Takumi's natural talent, makes him a formidable and undefeated amateur racer on the challenging Mt. Akina highway. His precise techniques and calm demeanor behind the wheel set him apart from other racers, elevating him swiftly in the racing community.
As Takumi gains recognition, multiple racing teams across the Gunma prefecture become intrigued and issue challenges to confront this mysterious and highly skilled driver. Characters like Takeshi Nakazato, voiced by Junichi Suwabe, and Bunta Fujiwara, portrayed by Hiroaki Hirata, play pivotal roles in Takumi's racing journey. "Legend 2: Racer" delves deeper into Takumi's growth as a racer, the escalating rivalries, and the dangers and thrills that come with pursuing the title of a road legend.