Ep 7. First Date

In Midori Days season 1 episode 7 titled "First Date," Seiji finds himself in an awkward situation as he is set up on a blind date by his friend Ayase. The twist - his date is not a living girl, but rather a doll. Initially turned off by the prospect, Seiji reluctantly goes along with it, not wanting to hurt Ayase's feelings.

Meanwhile, Midori is dealing with her own internal struggle. She wants nothing more than to be with Seiji on a date, but her physical presence as his right hand is a constant obstacle. Despite the challenges and her own insecurities, Midori musters up the courage to try and experience a date through Seiji's body by proxy.

As Seiji navigates the strange dynamics of his date with the doll, he finds himself drawn to her unconventional beauty and sets out to discover more about the strange and mysterious object of his affections. Meanwhile, Midori experiences the highs and lows of a first date as she feels the rush of attraction and the sting of rejection, all vicariously through Seiji's interactions with his doll date.

As the night wears on and the date comes to a close, Seiji realizes that he has developed genuine feelings for the doll and shares a heartfelt confession with Ayase. Midori, too, comes to a poignant realization about the nature of her own feelings as she reflects on her unique bond with Seiji.

"First Date" is a touching episode that explores the complexities of human connection and the power of empathy. It is a testament to the show's ability to find beauty and meaning in unexpected places and its ability to challenge the conventions of romance and love. Viewers are sure to be moved by the depth and sincerity of the characters' emotions, and will be left eager to see what lies ahead for Seiji and Midori in future episodes.