I expect something original, anyway char design was never his forte, however his mecha design is awesome, and the way he interprete his the world is quite bizarre and unique.
Five Star Stories is one of my favourite oldies, it still very good for something made in 1989, better than most anime released in mid 90's.
take a look at this
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mkcQv3pXnTQ