Hi Hi Puffy AmiYumi is an American animated series created by Sam Register and produced by Renegade Animation and Cartoon Network Studios which aired on Cartoon Network from 2004 to 2006. The series stars fictionalized and animated versions of the Japanese pop rock group Puffy AmiYumi. The series premiered on November 19 2004 and ended on June 27 2006 with a total of three seasons and 39 episodes. During its run the series was nominated for an Annie Award three times. Merchandise based on the series has also been produced such as video games home media releases toys and clothing.