Ken is a traditional Japanese length unit equal to six shaku, approximately 1.818 meters, used mainly in architecture to denote bay widths between structural pillars.

What is a point in typography?

A point is a unit of length used in printing and digital typesetting, commonly defined as 1/72 inch (PostScript point) or slightly different in TeX systems.

Why convert ken to point?

Converting ken to point helps integrate traditional architectural measurements with modern digital typography and graphic layouts for preservation or design purposes.

How to Convert from Ken to Point?

Convert measurements from the traditional Japanese unit ken to the typographic unit point. Learn key features, usage instructions, examples, and limitations of this specialized length unit converter.

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Start Value

Enter the starting number (positive decimal or integer ≥ 0). Example: 0.1, 1, 5.

End Value

Enter the ending number (positive decimal or integer > Start Value). Example: 10, 50, 100.

Interval

Enter the step size (positive decimal > 0 and < End Value – Start Value). Example: 1.0, 2.5.

Ken to Point Conversion Table
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What Is This Tool?

This converter transforms lengths measured in ken, a traditional Japanese unit used mainly in architecture, into points, which are typographic units used in printing and digital design. It helps bridge measurements from physical building layouts to digital typography scales.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the length value in ken units you wish to convert.
Select 'ken' as the input unit and 'point' as the output unit.
Click the convert button to see the equivalent length in points.
Use the results for architectural documentation or typographic layout designs.

Key Features

Converts ken units (approximately 1.818 meters) into points (typographic units).
Supports measurements used in traditional Japanese architecture and typography.
Browser-based and easy to use for quick length conversions.
Facilitates integration between physical and digital layout dimensions.
Displays conversion examples to illustrate use.

Examples

2 Ken converts to 12009.6 Point by multiplying 2 × 6004.8.
0.5 Ken converts to 3002.4 Point by multiplying 0.5 × 6004.8.

Common Use Cases

Specifying bay widths and room sizes in traditional Japanese architecture using ken.
Converting architectural measurements into typographic points for digital layout.
Preserving cultural heritage with precise measurement translations for visualization.
Designing print and digital materials requiring integration of modular building proportions.

Tips & Best Practices

Verify the definition of points (PostScript or TeX) based on your typographic requirements.
Use the converter to aid digital documentation rather than physical measurement transfers.
Refer to examples to understand typical conversion magnitudes between ken and point.
Apply conversions when integrating traditional architectural dimensions into graphic design.

Limitations

Ken is a large architectural unit while point is a very small typographic unit, causing conversion to yield large numbers.
Small differences in point definitions may slightly affect conversion results.
Conversion is mainly theoretical or specialized due to distinct measurement origins of the units.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a ken unit?: Ken is a traditional Japanese length unit equal to six shaku, approximately 1.818 meters, used mainly in architecture to denote bay widths between structural pillars.
What is a point in typography?: A point is a unit of length used in printing and digital typesetting, commonly defined as 1/72 inch (PostScript point) or slightly different in TeX systems.
Why convert ken to point?: Converting ken to point helps integrate traditional architectural measurements with modern digital typography and graphic layouts for preservation or design purposes.

Key Terminology

Ken: A traditional Japanese unit of length about 1.818 meters, used to define spacing between pillars in architecture.
Point: A typographic measurement unit used to specify font sizes and layouts, approximately 1/72 inch.
Shaku: A traditional Japanese unit of length, where six shaku equal one ken.

Quick Knowledge Check

What type of unit is a ken?

A typographic unit

A traditional Japanese length unit

A digital design measurement

Which of these best describes a point?

A unit for building layouts

A typographic unit used in font sizes

A modular architectural measure

What is a common use of converting ken to points?

Measuring room height

Integrating traditional architecture with digital typography

Calculating fabric dimensions

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