Since that time, he worked extensively with Satelight (and occasionally again with Kawamori, who is the studio's executive director) before going freelance once more to direct the Birdy the Mighty TV series, among other projects.
From then on, he collaborated closely with Satelight (and occasionally reunited with Kawamori, who oversees the studio) before resuming his career as a freelancer by directing the Birdy the Mighty TV series and other undertakings.