There is a certain village in Japan, situated in a very low valley, and yet on the Spring Equinox, the sun is nearer to the inhabitants at noon, by 3,000 miles and upwards, than when it either rises or sets. In what part of the country is the village situated?

(In reply to solution by Charlie)

Good analysis Charlie - after submitting mine, I realized the stupid mistake. 

So, did you find a village at 41.4 degrees (which would correspond to approx. 3000 miles at the equinox?)

Posted by Rollercoaster on 2006-03-01 12:40:12