He was reactivated, and given command of the No. 6 Escort Division on 8 April 1944. In April and May he commanded the Take Ichi convoy, which suffered heavy losses while carrying two Army divisions from China to New Guinea.
He was revived, and appointed to lead the No. 6 Escort Division on April 8, 1944. In April and May he directed the Take Ichi convoy, which experienced significant losses while transporting two Army divisions from China to New Guinea.