Convert ken to handbreadth
Please provide values below to convert ken [ken] to handbreadth [handbreadth], or Convert handbreadth to ken.
How to Convert Ken to Handbreadth
1 ken = 27.8 handbreadth
Example: convert 15 ken to handbreadth:
15 ken = 15 × 27.8 handbreadth = 417 handbreadth
Ken to Handbreadth 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.
Handbreadth
A handbreadth is an ancient unit of length, based on the width of the hand at the knuckles, excluding the thumb. It is typically about 3 inches.
History/Origin
The handbreadth has been used as a unit of measurement in many cultures throughout history.
Current Use
The handbreadth is an obsolete unit of measurement.