After dominating the street racing scene with his AE86, Takumi Fujiwara faces a new challenge when the prestigious Emperor team, known for their high-performance Mitsubishi Lancer Evolutions, questions his abilities on Mount Akina. Led by Kyouichi Sudou, who deems Takumi's vintage car inadequate for modern racing, the Emperor team poses a formidable threat to Takumi's winning streak. Can Takumi prove his worth against these elitist racers and defend his reputation as a street racing prodigy?