Kyoto travel-culture expert exam scheduled for Dec.

Kyoto travel-culture expert exam scheduled for Dec.

KYOTO, Japan - Two ''maiko'' apprentice geisha show off application forms and a book about a license examination to certify experts on Kyoto tourism and culture, in Tokyo's Chuo Ward on Oct. 1, 2010. The exam will be held on Dec. 12. (Kyodo)

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