Following a devastating rejection, the distraught Youta Moteuchi trudges back home. On his way, a shadowy video shop catches his eye; he ends up buying an unexpected "video girl" tape designed to soothe lonely hearts. When he attempts to play it on his broken VCR, a striking girl bursts out of the screen and lands on his bed. Introducing herself as Ai Amano, she appears to be a perfect chance for Youta to finally feel love—until her temperament, distorted by the faulty VCR, reveals itself. Even with her shortcomings, Ai vows wholeheartedly to help Youta achieve happiness and true romance. Video Girl Ai chronicles the everyday life of a teenage boy and his quest for a satisfying love. With her as his virtual guardian angel, Youta embarks on the journey to find his ideal girl and discovers that love can bloom unexpectedly and a chance for healing.