Square Foot To Jo (ft² to jō) Converter

The Square Foot To Jō (ft² to jō) Converter is a useful tool designed to help users convert measurements between two different units of area: square feet and jō. Square foot (ft²) is a common unit of area used primarily in the United States and other countries that employ the imperial measurement system. It measures the area of a two-dimensional space, such as a room or a piece of land. One square foot is equal to the area of a square with sides that are one foot long.

The jō (畳) is a traditional Japanese unit of area, primarily used to measure the size of rooms in Japan. It is based on the size of a tatami mat, a traditional straw mat used as flooring in Japanese rooms. The size of a jō can vary slightly depending on the region, but it is generally standardized to approximately 1.62 square meters (about 17.5 square feet). This makes it a convenient unit for comparing room sizes within the context of Japanese architecture and interior design.

To convert from square feet to jō, you need to know the conversion factor between these units. Since 1 jō is approximately 17.5 square feet, the calculation involves dividing the area in square feet by this number. Conversely, to convert from jō to square feet, you multiply the number of jō by 17.5. Using this converter simplifies the process, allowing users to quickly switch between these units for accurate measurements and comparisons in different contexts.