Convert pica to ken
Please provide values below to convert pica [pica] to ken [ken], or Convert ken to pica.
How to Convert Pica to Ken
1 pica = 0.00199840126324138 ken
Example: convert 15 pica to ken:
15 pica = 15 × 0.00199840126324138 ken = 0.0299760189486206 ken
Pica to Ken Conversion Table
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Pica
A pica is a unit of typographical measurement equal to 1/6 of an inch.
History/Origin
The pica originated around the mid-18th century. It is a fundamental unit in the point system of typography.
Current Use
The pica is still used in graphic design and printing to measure the width of lines of type and the dimensions of pages.
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.