shaku (尺) to meters
1 shaku (尺) = 10/33 m ≈ 0.30303 m; 1 m = 3.3 shaku. To convert shaku to metres, multiply by 10/33.
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| 1 shaku (尺) | 10/33 m ≈ 0.30303 m |
|---|---|
| 1 metre | 3.3 shaku |
| 1 shaku | 10 sun (寸) |
| 1 ken (間) | 6 shaku ≈ 1.818 m |
Frequently asked questions
How many meters is 1 shaku?
1 shaku (尺) equals 10/33 metre, about 0.30303 m, from the Meiji-era definition.
How many shaku in a meter?
One metre equals exactly 3.3 shaku (33/10 shaku).
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