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 × 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.