In 1969, he left the band for medical treatment. In 1975, the band activity resumed. In 1980, formed a tour band with the Eddie Ban of the former . In 1981, a country & American rock band was formed. That same year, Okitsu participate in the "The Jaguars" reunion event. In 1993, he formed the permanent band "Dickys", and he continues to work extensively at live houses in Yokohama.