Convert ken to chain
Please provide values below to convert ken [ken] to chain [ch], or Convert chain to ken.
How to Convert Ken to Chain
1 ken = 0.10530303030303 ch
Example: convert 15 ken to ch:
15 ken = 15 × 0.10530303030303 ch = 1.57954545454545 ch
Ken to Chain 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.
Chain
A chain is a unit of length equal to 66 feet, or 22 yards.
History/Origin
The chain was developed by English surveyor Edmund Gunter in the early 17th century. It was designed to be a convenient length for surveying land.
Current Use
The chain is still used in some surveying applications and is the length of a cricket pitch.