In 1982, he promoted to "chief director", an overseeing role on Magical Princess Minky Momo. While remaining in TV during the 1980s, he also played a leading role in anime's exodus into video.
In 1982, he assumed the role of "chief director" for Magical Princess Minky Momo. During the 1980s, he contributed significantly to the transition of anime from television to video media.