Convert ken to link
Please provide values below to convert ken [ken] to link [li], or Convert link to ken.
1 ken = 10.5303030303 li. To convert ken to link, multiply the value by 10.5303030303; to go the other way, divide by it (1 li = 0.094964028777 ken). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 ken = 10.5303030303 li
- 1 li = 0.094964028777 ken
- 10 ken = 105.303030303 li
- 100 ken = 1053.03030303 li
How to Convert Ken to Link
1 ken = 10.530303030303 li
Example: convert 15 ken to li:
15 ken = 15 × 10.530303030303 li = 157.954545454545 li
Ken to Link Conversion Table
| ken | link |
|---|---|
| 1 ken | 10.5303030303 li |
| 2 ken | 21.0606060606 li |
| 3 ken | 31.5909090909 li |
| 5 ken | 52.6515151515 li |
| 10 ken | 105.303030303 li |
| 20 ken | 210.606060606 li |
| 50 ken | 526.515151515 li |
| 100 ken | 1053.03030303 li |
| 500 ken | 5265.15151515 li |
| 1000 ken | 10530.3030303 li |
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.
Link
A link, specifically Gunter's link, is a unit of length equal to 7.92 inches, or 1/100 of a chain.
History/Origin
The link is part of Gunter's chain, a surveying tool invented by Edmund Gunter in the 17th century.
Current Use
The link is an obsolete unit of measurement, but may be found in old land surveys.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 ken in link?
1 ken (ken) = 10.5303030303 link (li).
How do you convert ken to link?
Multiply the ken value by 10.5303030303. For example, 25 ken × 10.5303030303 = 263.257575758 li.
What is 10 ken in link?
10 ken = 105.303030303 li.
Which unit is larger, the ken or the link?
The ken is the larger unit: 1 ken = 10.5303030303 li.