The dedication program was held on May 13, 1989, with Carey Barber, John Barr, and Lloyd Barry of the Governing Body of Jehovah’s Witnesses, along with their wives, in attendance.

The dedication discourse was given by Brother Barry, who had previously served as a missionary in Japan for over 25 years. In his talk entitled “You Must Rejoice Before Your God, Jehovah,” he encouraged the audience to rejoice over living in the time period pictured by the Festival of Booths, or Ingathering, in ancient Israel. He pointed out reasons to be joyful as he related a brief history of the work in Japan. When Brother Barry recommended that the new buildings be dedicated to Jehovah, all in attendance responded with hearty applause.

Three members of the Governing Body​—Carey Barber, John Barr, and Lloyd Barry—​took part in the dedication program