Subsequently, he also assumed the post of Sakone no chujo and was promoted to the even higher post of Sakone no daisho (Great General of the Left), while at the same time holding the post of Azechi (Inspector) for Mutsu and Dewa Provinces.
その後、左近衛中将を兼ね、更に左近衛大将へ進み、陸奥国出羽国按察使を兼ねる。