Convert ken to fingerbreadth

Please provide values below to convert ken [ken] to fingerbreadth [fingerbreadth], or Convert fingerbreadth to ken.




How to Convert Ken to Fingerbreadth

1 ken = 111.2 fingerbreadth

Example: convert 15 ken to fingerbreadth:
15 ken = 15 Γ— 111.2 fingerbreadth = 1668 fingerbreadth


Ken to Fingerbreadth Conversion Table

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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.


Fingerbreadth

A fingerbreadth is an ancient unit of length, based on the width of a finger, approximately 3/4 of an inch.

History/Origin

The fingerbreadth was a common unit of measurement in many ancient cultures.

Current Use

The fingerbreadth is an obsolete unit of measurement.



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