Convert Russian archin to ken
Please provide values below to convert Russian archin [archin] to ken [ken], or Convert ken to Russian archin.
How to Convert Russian Archin to Ken
1 archin = 0.335731414868106 ken
Example: convert 15 archin to ken:
15 archin = 15 × 0.335731414868106 ken = 5.03597122302158 ken
Russian Archin to Ken Conversion Table
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Russian Archin
The Russian archin is an obsolete Russian unit of length, equal to about 28 inches or 71.12 centimeters.
History/Origin
The archin was a common unit of measurement in Russia before the adoption of the metric system.
Current Use
The archin is no longer in use.
Ken
The ken is a traditional Japanese unit of length, equal to six Japanese feet (shaku). Its length has varied over time, but it is now standardized at 1.818 meters.
History/Origin
The ken was traditionally used in Japanese architecture and land measurement.
Current Use
The ken is still used in traditional Japanese carpentry and architecture.