Astronomical adviser training enjoys growing popularity

Astronomical adviser training enjoys growing popularity

YAMAGATA, Japan - A ''star sommelier'' (2nd from L) gives guidance to visitors at the Yamagata University Astronomical Observatory in Yamagata, Yamagata Prefecture, on May 10.

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