Convert ken to long cubit
Please provide values below to convert ken [ken] to long cubit [long cubit], or Convert long cubit to ken.
How to Convert Ken to Long Cubit
1 ken = 3.97142857142857 long cubit
Example: convert 15 ken to long cubit:
15 ken = 15 × 3.97142857142857 long cubit = 59.5714285714286 long cubit
Ken to Long Cubit 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.
Long Cubit
A long cubit is an ancient unit of length, slightly longer than the common cubit. Its length varied but was often around 20.6 inches.
History/Origin
The long cubit, or royal cubit, was used in ancient Egypt for monumental construction.
Current Use
The long cubit is an obsolete unit of measurement.