Convert ken to perch
Please provide values below to convert ken [ken] to perch [perch], or Convert perch to ken.
How to Convert Ken to Perch
1 ken = 0.421212121212121 perch
Example: convert 15 ken to perch:
15 ken = 15 × 0.421212121212121 perch = 6.31818181818182 perch
Ken to Perch 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.
Perch
A perch is a unit of length equal to a rod, which is 16.5 feet.
History/Origin
The term "perch" has been used as a unit of measurement since medieval times and was often used interchangeably with "rod" and "pole."
Current Use
The perch is an obsolete unit of measurement.