Convert ken to mile (Roman)
Please provide values below to convert ken [ken] to mile (Roman) [mi (Roman)], or Convert mile (Roman) to ken.
How to Convert Ken to Mile (Roman)
1 ken = 0.00143151390319258 mi (Roman)
Example: convert 15 ken to mi (Roman):
15 ken = 15 × 0.00143151390319258 mi (Roman) = 0.0214727085478888 mi (Roman)
Ken to Mile (Roman) 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.
Mile (Roman)
The Roman mile (mille passus) consisted of 1,000 paces, which was about 1,480 meters.
History/Origin
The Roman mile was established by the Roman military and was used throughout the Roman Empire. A pace was considered to be two steps.
Current Use
The Roman mile is an obsolete unit of measurement.