Convert ken to rod
Please provide values below to convert ken [ken] to rod [rd], or Convert rod to ken.
How to Convert Ken to Rod
1 ken = 0.421212121212121 rd
Example: convert 15 ken to rd:
15 ken = 15 × 0.421212121212121 rd = 6.31818181818182 rd
Ken to Rod 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.
Rod
A rod, also known as a perch or pole, is a unit of length equal to 16.5 feet, or 5.5 yards.
History/Origin
The rod has been used as a unit of measurement in England since at least the 13th century. It was a convenient length for measuring land.
Current Use
The rod is now an archaic unit of measurement, though it may still be encountered in old land deeds.