Japan

units of length for measuring cloth

Shakkan system, as legally standardized in 1891.

shaku (kujirajaku)

sun

10

1.4913 inches

14.9130 inches

3.79
cm

37.9
cm

Other units

tan.  A piece, from 25 to 30 shaku.

hiki. A double piece, 2 tan.

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