He was further posted to Nenyo (functionaries who during this time took the responsibility for running the actual affairs of the various central government offices) of In no cho (the Retired Emperor's Office) and played an active role as a typical close aide at the time of In ruling period of Emperor Toba.
院庁の年預を務めるなど、鳥羽天皇院政期を代表する院近臣として活躍した。