The December 2026 issue (No. 599) of the automotive magazine “OPTION,” featuring a clear file based on the wildly popular manga “Initial D” by Shuichi Shigeno as a special supplement, was released by San-ei on October 26, 2026.
The lead feature is “Heisei Tuning Car Culture,” which includes “Our Initial D”—featuring voice actor Shinichiro Miki and the AE86 Sprinter Trueno—as well as “Initial D BEST SCENE.”
・On sale October 26, 2026; 1,400 yen (tax included)
・Designs feature the AE86 from Fujiwara Tofu Shop, the FD3S from PROJECT.D, and the FC3S from RedSuns
・Shinichiro Miki and the AE86 appear in “Our Initial D”
・The lead feature is on Heisei-era tuning car culture
OPTION December 2026 Issue No. 599 Special Supplement: Initial D Clear File
One side of the clear file features three cars lined up: an AE86 bearing the words “Fujiwara Tofu Shop,” a yellow FD3S from “PROJECT.D,” and a white FC3S from “RedSuns.” The other side is illustrated with characters from Initial D.
©Shuichi Shigeno/Kodansha
©Shuichi Shigeno/Kodansha
| Magazine Title | OPTION (Option) December 2026 Issue No. 599 |
|---|---|
| Release Date | October 26, 2026 |
| Price | 1,400 yen (tax included) |
| Special Supplement | Initial D Clear File |
| Purchase | San-ei Online Store Amazon/Fujisan/Seven Net |
| Official X | Sanei (@saneishobo) |
OPTION December 2026 Issue No. 599: Initial D-related articles
The lead feature, “Heisei Tuning Car Culture,” includes a special section titled “Our Initial D.” In addition to Shinichiro Miki, the voice of Takumi, and the AE86 Sprinter Trueno, the feature showcases cars and shops associated with Initial D.
Our Initial D
Heisei Tuning Trends
| Our Initial D | Shinichiro Miki × AE86 Sprinter Trueno/D’z garage × FD3S/ Fujita Engineering × FC3S & FD3S/BLITZ × ZN6 MFG Atami Ghost Spec/Initial D BEST SCENE |
|---|---|
| Lead Feature | Heisei Tuning Car Culture (Heisei Playback Timeline, THE BIG 3: BNR34/JZA80/FD3S, Heisei Tuned Car Directory, The Cutting Edge of Drift Car Customization, Wild Speed Frenzy, Osaka Ring Road Clan Revival) |
| Second Feature | Suspension & Brakes: Mountain Pass Impressions (Tester: Yusuke Tomibayashi) |
| Special | RH9 Power Check Competition, The History of MOMO Steering Wheels, OPT’s 45th Anniversary Special: Featured Archives, and more |
Frequently Asked Questions about OPTION December 2026 Issue No. 599
When will it go on sale?
It will go on sale at bookstores nationwide on October 26, 2026. The price is 1,400 yen (tax included).
What’s included as a bonus?
A “Initial D Clear File” is included as a special bonus.
Are there any Initial D articles?
The opening feature includes “Our Initial D,” which introduces Shinichiro Miki and the AE86 Sprinter Trueno, as well as “Initial D BEST SCENE.”
Please check the official website for details.
*Please note that the information in this article may be outdated. We apologize for the inconvenience, but please check the official website for the latest details.
© Shuichi Shigeno/Kodansha
