During his period of service to the shogunate, Sasaki Takauji served as shugo (military governor) of six provinces, and held a number of other important positions. He was also known for his waka and renga poetry, and contributed 81 of his poems to the first imperial anthology of renga, the Tsukubashū.
In the context of Sasaki Takauji's service to the shogunate, he held various positions of authority, including military governor of six provinces and other key roles. His artistic side is also notable, as evidenced by his contributions to traditional Japanese poetry forms, such as haiku and tanka, which were featured in the Tsukubashū anthology.