He is also currently the senior managing director of the Japan Shogi Association.

[2][3] Waki became the 48th professional to win 600 official games when he defeated Masahiko Urano on February 3, 2015.

[4] In March 2019, Waki voluntarily declared himself as a free class player, thus leaving the Meijin tournament league.

[9] Waki received the JSA's "25 Years Service Award" in recognition of being an active professional for twenty-five years in 2004, and the "Shogi Honor Award" in recognition of winning 600 official games as a professional in 2015.

[14] Waki is married to professional Go player Masako Araki.