【For Groups】 Kanazawa/Hakui in Hobby / Cultural experience

• Age 0～Age 90
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00 / 15:30 / 16:05 / 16:30 / 17:00

Good news for those who are having trouble with not having a space to change clothes at events in Kanazawa! Our shop has a large changing space! You can rent it when you need it, so it's very convenient! The reason is... when you go out, we will store your luggage. (From 10:00 to 18:00 during business hours) Suitcases are OK! There are also lockers that you can use freely. We have a valuable free parking lot near Kanazawa Station. We also accept luggage pick-up in advance. (During business hours) When you return, we can send heavy luggage from our shop. (Sagawa Express, shipping fee is borne by the customer) (Shipping fee varies depending on the size and weight of the box) Please consult us first. It is very convenient to have a space where you can organize your luggage and change clothes slowly before going out to weddings, concerts, live shows, cosplay, etc.! Please leave the dressing of your kimono to us. (+ Additional fee applies) Please see Instagram for details. If you have been dressed at our shop, you can use the hair setting mask for free. Please feel free to use the service, which can be used for 30 minutes or more. [Benefits] *You can also receive your luggage in advance. *When you go out, we will store your luggage for free. (During business hours) *You can park your car for free. (1F of our building) *After use, we can send your luggage from our shop. (Customers are responsible for shipping costs) *If you have had your kimono dressed at our shop, you can use the hair styling area for free. Notes *If you will be sending your luggage by the day, please contact us in advance. Please specify the time of dressing between 10:00 and 18:00 during business hours. Available from 550 yen for 30 minutes per person. 770 yen for 45 minutes 1,100 yen for 60 minutes.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 6～Age 100
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00 / 15:30 / 16:00

Welcome to Kanazawa! You can have fun on both sunny and rainy days! Kanazawa is a city where kimonos look good, but it's a waste to just wear a kimono and go sightseeing! Since this is a great opportunity, why not come into contact with Kanazawa's traditional culture even just a little bit and have an experience that can only be had at that time? It rains a lot in Kanazawa, so I was worried about whether I would be able to wear a kimono and take a leisurely stroll.If you experience making kimono hagire art, you don't have to worry about that at all! ! -------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------<What is kimono hagire art making? ＞It is an experience to carefully untie kimonos that are no longer wearable due to burnt holes or stains that will not come off, cut them into small pieces and attach them to paper patterns using kimono hagire to create a one-of-a-kind piece of art. We have a variety of patterns available, such as Kanazawa Station's Tsuzumimon, Kenrokuen's Kotoji Lantern, and Kanazawa Castle, so please choose the one you like! Don't worry, there are also simple designs for children, such as dinosaurs and flowers. It doesn't require any special skills, so anyone can easily do it. What's interesting is that even with the same pattern, depending on the kimono haggis used, you can end up with a variety of different designs! ! Once completed, you can put it in a frame and take it home. -------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------＜Plan details＞① Reception Our store has a very homey atmosphere and friendly staff. (He is so friendly that he always gets along with the customers...lol) will guide you. ② We will create the only one-of-a-kind kimono hagire art in the world.Create your own special piece! Art has no answers! There are various types of creations, including those who create boldly and those who create delicately! The best part is thinking about the color arrangement and cutting it into the shape you want, so you can enjoy the experience while chatting with the staff in a friendly atmosphere! ③ Decide on the color of the frame ④ Choose the color of the frame and place the work Once completed, you can frame it on the spot and take it home. We would be happy if you could display it on your entrance or wall as one of your wonderful memories of sightseeing in Kanazawa. If your plans change due to sudden rain, why not have some fun and experience some culture? All of our staff are looking forward to meeting you.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 14:00

A special performance by Kanazawa geishas, ​​``Kanazawa Geisha Dance,'' will be held at the Ishikawa Prefectural Museum of Art (right next to Kenrokuen Garden). There are three teahouse districts in Kanazawa, consisting of Higashi Chaya District, Nishi Chaya District, and Kazuemachi Chaya District, where the old townscape has still been carefully preserved, and each has its own charming charm and is a famous tourist destination. is. Each teahouse district has a group of ``Kanazawa geisha'' who have inherited the teahouse culture from the feudal period, and usually they do not allow visitors, so you don't have many opportunities to interact with geisha, but this event will feature Japanese dance performed by Kanazawa geisha. In addition to performances of Japanese musical instruments (shamisen and flutes) and taiko drums, this is a special performance where you can experience a tatami play that can only be experienced at a tea house. This is your chance to casually enjoy the traditional performing arts that Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, is proud of, so if you are interested, please come and join us! *The venue is a hall with chairs, so you can enjoy the show in a relaxed manner.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 16～Age 85
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00 / 15:30 / 16:00 / 16:30

If you come to Kanazawa, come to KIMONO SALON CROSS! We also recommend our exclusive "Reiwa Romantic Plan". What is the Reiwa Romantic Plan? You can wear it casually and stylishly by arranging it mainly with a Tomesode. Want to wear a cool kimono? Want to try a different style than usual? This plan is recommended for you. This is a plan that has never been seen before, making the most of the Tomesode pattern and using accessories to make it look cool. Tomesode is a kimono worn on auspicious occasions, so it is auspicious and gorgeous, but... while making use of its good points, it is finished in a cool and mysterious way. It is sure to attract attention ♪ This plan allows you to experience high-quality kimono in a new way and enjoy high-level fashion. For men, we also rent samurai-style hakama (unisex). Please see the photo for details. In Kanazawa, this plan is only available at KIMONO SALON CROSS. ◆Notes * Boots are available in sizes S, M, and L. * You will need to prepare your own sizes from LL. *Men's sandals can be rented for samurai-style hakama. *Please let us know your height, clothing size, and foot size in advance. *If you have any questions, please contact us. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------<Plan Contents>① Reception. Our shop has a very homely atmosphere and friendly staff (so friendly that they always become friends with customers...lol) will guide you. ② Choose your favorite kimono from the many kimonos available. We also have a dedicated hairdresser on-site, so we can do your hair if you wish. (An additional 2,200 yen) There is no right answer when it comes to combining kimonos! Some people wear them in a cool way, while others wear them in a retro and gorgeous way. If you are unsure of which kimono to choose, our staff will give you advice. After dressing, you can set off for a stroll around Kanazawa! Enjoy Kanazawa to the fullest! ! We also accept groups with prior reservations. Please contact us.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 13～Age 75
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00 / 15:30 / 16:00 / 16:30

Welcome to Kanazawa! Whether it's a sunny or rainy day, you'll have fun wearing a kimono! Let's wear a kimono and take photos that look great at tourist attractions in Kanazawa, a city where kimono culture suits you! <What is street wear? ＞It is a kimono that can be freely arranged among other kimonos and is easy to wear. How about a short event such as sightseeing or a date? We have created an environment where you can enjoy kimono rentals for the first time with peace of mind, and we have received happy comments from our customers who say that by renting a kimono, you can enjoy the city of Kanazawa even more (*^ _^*)------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------＜Plan details＞①Reception will be held. Our store has a very homely atmosphere and our friendly staff (so friendly that we always end up making friends with our customers...lol) will guide you around. ②Choose your favorite kimono and obi from hundreds of kimonos. In addition, we have a dedicated hairdresser on site, so if you wish, we can style your hair using your favorite hair ornaments. (separately 2,200 yen) There is no answer to the combination of kimonos! There are a variety of people, including those who wear it to look cool, those who wear it cutely, and those who wear it in a gorgeous way. If you are confused among the many kimonos available, our staff will be happy to advise you on recommended color schemes. After dressing, you can head out for sightseeing in Kanazawa! Please enjoy Kanazawa to the fullest! ! Groups are also welcome by reservation. Please contact us in advance.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 14:00

A special performance by Kanazawa geishas, ​​``Kanazawa Geisha Dance,'' will be held at Ishikawa Prefectural Music Hall (1 minute walk from Kanazawa Station). There are three teahouse districts in Kanazawa, consisting of Higashi Chaya District, Nishi Chaya District, and Kazuemachi Chaya District, where the old townscape has still been carefully preserved, and each has its own charming charm and is a famous tourist destination. is. Each teahouse district has a group of ``Kanazawa geisha'' who have inherited the teahouse culture from the feudal period, and usually they do not allow visitors, so you don't have many opportunities to interact with geisha, but this event will feature Japanese dance performed by Kanazawa geisha. In addition to performances of Japanese musical instruments (shamisen and flutes) and taiko drums, this is a special performance where you can experience a tatami play that can only be experienced at a tea house. This is your chance to casually enjoy the traditional performing arts that Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, is proud of, so if you are interested, please come and join us! *The venue is a Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, so you can feel the atmosphere closer to a ``ozashiki''.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 1～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

This is a plan that allows you to easily experience an exciting kimono experience. The set includes all the accessories you need to wear a kimono, such as a kimono, obi, obijime, tabi, bag, etc., so you can freely coordinate it yourself! ! We have everything you need for kimono rental, so you can come empty-handed. Please return it by business hours on the day of rental. Hair styling is also available as an option. Please add it to the staff on the day.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 8～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

You can enjoy a moment to prepare your mind at the temple built by Kitagata Shinsen, who is known as a calligrapher, near Kenrokuen in Kanazawa City. Experience the extraordinary at a calligraphy art workshop that incorporates mindfulness. There are also options for Buddhist experience and matcha experience.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 18～Age 90
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours /2～3 hours /3～4 hours /4～5 hours /5～6 hours
• 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00 / 15:30 / 16:00 / 16:30

Would you like to take photos at a spot where you can enjoy the scenery in Kanazawa? Our store is 5 minutes by car from Kanazawa Station! There is a free parking lot on the 1st floor of the building, so you can bring your equipment and luggage at your leisure.(^^♪ Of course, live streaming is also possible from the rooftop, so we can deliver real-time Kanazawa! (^^)/!・1 We rent out rooms for up to 30 minutes (¥550 tax included), so it's perfect for dates, quick photo shoots, live streaming, and a change of pace! We're the only shop that rents out a rooftop with a great view under the open sky (^^ ♪ Please contact us if you would like to hold an event, plan, collaborate, etc. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Kimono Salon Cross by phone. <Plan details> ① Reception will be on the 2nd floor ② Number of people Confirm the time and purpose ③ Move to the rooftop space ④ Use it ⑤ When the time is up, return to the 2nd floor and pay (^^♪ *Please let us know the purpose and number of people when making a reservation.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 1～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

It is a plan that you can enjoy sightseeing in Kanazawa to your heart's content without worrying about time. Rental kimono, so you can come empty-handed. Please put the kimono you took off in a special bag and leave it at the front desk of your accommodation the next morning. * Limited to Kanazawa city ・ Some accommodations do not support front return.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 1～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

It is a VIP plan to go around Kanazawa's tourist attraction, Higashi Chaya District, with a Rickshaw With a hood, windshield, and waterproof rug, it's OK even in the rain! Rental kimono, so you can come empty-handed. Please return it by business hours on the On the day Rental

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 14:30

・金沢駅発着の送迎専用車、添乗員付きツアーです。 ・白山神社の総本宮「白山比咩神社」の昇殿参拝、お神楽舞の披露、重要文化財「白山縁起」を本ツアーに合わせ特別公開します。 ・多言語ガイドによる案内で白山信仰の伝統文化に触れることができます。 ・夜は境内がライトアップされ、日中とは違う幻想的な空間をお楽しみください♪ ・夕食には白山の自然の恵みを生かした特別なお料理をご用意します。 〜体験の流れ〜 14:00　集合 JR「金沢駅」西口観光バス駐車場でお待ちしております。（10分） 14:10　出発 専用車（ジャンボタクシー）にのって出発します。 15:00　白山比咩神社 現地ガイドによる案内で、表参道から境内に進みます。 15:30　宝物館 重要文化財「白山縁起」を特別見学します。 16:00　昇殿参拝 昇殿参拝、お神楽舞を見学します。 16:40　境内ライトアップ 境内を散策し、普段はなかなか入れない禊場で、キャンドル（LED電球）流しを体験します。 昼間とは違った、幻想的な空間をお楽しみください。 17:30　夕食会場 山や川で取れた新鮮食材をふんだんに使ったお料理をお召し上がりください。 19:30　出発 専用車で金沢駅に戻ります。 20:30　解散 金沢駅到着後、解散です。～お疲れさまでした～

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 14:30

・金沢駅発着の送迎専用車、添乗員付きツアーです。 ・白山神社の総本宮「白山比咩神社」の昇殿参拝、お神楽舞の披露、重要文化財「白山縁起」を本ツアーに合わせ特別公開します。 ・多言語ガイドによる案内で白山信仰の伝統文化に触れることができます。 ・夜は境内がライトアップされ、日中とは違う幻想的な空間をお楽しみください♪ ・夕食には白山の自然の恵みを生かした特別なお料理をご用意します。 〜体験の流れ〜 14:00　集合 JR「金沢駅」西口観光バス駐車場でお待ちしております。（10分） 14:10　出発 専用車（ジャンボタクシー）にのって出発します。 15:00　白山比咩神社 現地ガイドによる案内で、表参道から境内に進みます。 15:30　宝物館 重要文化財「白山縁起」を特別見学します。 16:00　昇殿参拝 昇殿参拝、お神楽舞を見学します。 16:40　境内ライトアップ 境内を散策し、普段はなかなか入れない禊場で、キャンドル（LED電球）流しを体験します。 昼間とは違った、幻想的な空間をお楽しみください。 17:30　夕食会場 山や川で取れた新鮮食材をふんだんに使ったお料理をお召し上がりください。 19:30　出発 専用車で金沢駅に戻ります。 20:30　解散 金沢駅到着後、解散です。～お疲れさまでした～

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 4～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00

Ishikawa A gallery and workshop in Kahoku City, “Ceramic Workshop / Gallery Unosora” offers a pottery experience plan that even first-timers can easily challenge. In this plan, you can enjoy making works using electric potter's wheel.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 09:00 / 09:30 / 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00

This plan includes kimono rental and a professional photographer accompanying you for a walk around town. It's a waste to just take a selfie of yourself in a kimono, so let's capture that gorgeous kimono in the best photo! A photographer will accompany you during your walk and take plenty of pictures of you in beautiful kimono, so be sure to leave plenty of photos that are not just self-portraits, but blend in with the city in kimono! [Location Photo Plan] --- 1 hour 50 cuts 30,800 yen including tax (Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays + 5,500 yen including tax) --- The experience of walking with a photographer in a kimono is something you can't experience many times in your life. Only Kimono Rental VASARA can offer this price and quality! A day with great photos and memories! The photos will be color-adjusted and delivered by mail in about a week. Additional cut options: 10 cuts ¥3,300 (tax included) 30 cuts ¥5,500 (tax included) If you are making a reservation for 2 people, you will receive ``Location Shooting + Women's Kimono Standard'' for 1 person and ``Women's Kimono'' or ``Men's Kimono'' or Please make a reservation under "Children's Kimono". [Kimono Rental/Kimono Dressing] VASARA's rental kimono comes with dressing and hair set, so you don't have to bring anything! You can choose from a variety of kimono patterns for each plan. There are many variations of sandals and obi, so please enjoy the total coordination. Once you have selected your kimono, decided on your kimono and hair style, enjoy walking around town. Of course, even after taking photos, you can enjoy walking around town in Japanese attire until it's time to return the vehicle. *The price includes the photoshoot fee (30,800 yen including tax *Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays + 5,500 yen including tax) and kimono rental and dressing fee (3,278 yen including tax for female kimono standard). By booking with this plan, you can enjoy kimono rental, dressing, and photography. *If you arrive late for your reservation time, you will not be able to change or extend your shooting time. Thank you for your understanding. *After delivery, we will not accept complaints from an artistic perspective, requests for reshoots, requests for refunds, etc. Thank you for your understanding. *Please obtain permission for filming at the shooting location yourself. (We cannot obtain permission for photography.) *If you wish to extend the photography time, we may not be able to accept it due to the photographer's convenience. *You cannot nominate a photographer. *We will select the most suitable photo for delivery. Photos cannot be changed. Thank you for your understanding. *Retouching such as skin processing and small face processing will not be performed.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 09:00 / 09:30 / 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00

This plan includes kimono rental and a professional photographer accompanying you for a walk around town. It's a waste to just take a selfie of yourself in a kimono, so let's capture that gorgeous kimono in the best photo! A photographer will accompany you during your walk and take plenty of pictures of you in beautiful kimono, so be sure to leave plenty of photos that are not just self-portraits, but blend in with the city in kimono! [Location Photo Plan] --- 1 hour 50 cuts 30,800 yen including tax (Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays + 5,500 yen including tax) --- The experience of walking with a photographer in a kimono is something you can't experience many times in your life. Only Kimono Rental VASARA can offer this price and quality! A day with great photos and memories! The photos will be color-adjusted and delivered by mail in about a week. Additional cut options: 10 cuts ¥3,300 (tax included) 30 cuts ¥5,500 (tax included) If you are making a reservation for 2 people, you will receive ``Location Shooting + Women's Kimono Standard'' for 1 person and ``Women's Kimono'' or ``Men's Kimono'' or Please make a reservation under "Children's Kimono". [Kimono Rental/Kimono Dressing] VASARA's rental kimono comes with dressing and hair set, so you don't have to bring anything! You can choose from a variety of kimono patterns for each plan. There are many variations of sandals and obi, so please enjoy the total coordination. Once you have selected your kimono, decided on your kimono and hair style, enjoy walking around town. Of course, even after taking photos, you can enjoy walking around town in Japanese attire until it's time to return the vehicle. *The price includes the photoshoot fee (30,800 yen including tax *Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays + 5,500 yen including tax) and kimono rental and dressing fee (3,278 yen including tax for female kimono standard). By booking with this plan, you can enjoy kimono rental, dressing, and photography. *If you arrive late for your reservation time, you will not be able to change or extend your shooting time. Thank you for your understanding. *After delivery, we will not accept complaints from an artistic perspective, requests for reshoots, requests for refunds, etc. Thank you for your understanding. *Please obtain permission for filming at the shooting location yourself. (We cannot obtain permission for photography.) *If you wish to extend the photography time, we may not be able to accept it due to the photographer's convenience. *You cannot nominate a photographer. *We will select the most suitable photo for delivery. Photos cannot be changed. Thank you for your understanding. *Retouching such as skin processing and small face processing will not be performed.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 13～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00

This is a popular plan for professional photographers to shoot Kanazawa trips in their kimonos. It is recommended for those who do not want to taste the regret that there are few photos taken by two people though it is a serious trip! Shooting Time required Because it takes about an hour, you can go around freely with you after that.

• For Rainy Days
• Date Spot
• For Groups

• Age 13～Age 100
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00

If you come to Kanazawa with an important person, why not wear a kimono and take a walk around Kanazawa? Female There is an opportunity to wear a kimono at an adult ceremony, etc. Male There is no such opportunity. She will surely be pleased if he sees him in a kimono. Please leave the kimono experience in the memories of the two in "Japanese town · Kanazawa".

• For Rainy Days
• Date Spot
• For Groups

• Age 13～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00

"The mind plan" is a plan that mindset is the best. 300 pieces of silk, silk, gyoza, fine synthetic fibers, etc. more You can choose your favorite kimono from various materials. Obi too Nagoya Many bands are available, Nagoya Why don't you go out fashionable with a band "ordinary drum"? Kimono of our shop Rental I have different confidence than others.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00

Ishikawa A gallery and workshop in Kahoku City, “Ceramic Workshop / Gallery Unosora” offers a pottery experience plan that even first-timers can easily challenge. In this plan, you can enjoy making pottery works by “hand-binging” that forms clay with your own hands.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 18:00

At first glance, in the experience space “In Kanazawa House” full of the tastes of Kanazawa rejected You can enjoy the elegant dance and dance by Kanazawa Geisha of the Kanazawa Three Tea District, and enjoy a play with the geisha. In addition, please enjoy the special lunch box of popular chopsticks field of Kanazawa.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 13～Age 90
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00 / 15:30 / 16:00

If you're sightseeing in Kanazawa, let's take pictures that look great in yukata! Reservations can be made on the same day! Kimono Salon Cross <Plan details> Choose your favorite yukata and let the staff put it on for you while chatting with the friendly staff in a homely atmosphere! For an additional 2,200 yen, you can get a cute hairstyle! ! Would you like to wear a yukata and walk around town while feeling the atmosphere of festivals at shrines and temples? It's sure to be a great memory! ! Participate in festivals, dates, girls' nights out, and events in a yukata! There is a spacious and free parking lot inside the store! (Limited number available) Hokutetsu Bus (Nagadobe) bus stop is right in front of you! 10 seconds walk from the flat bus stop (Nagadobe)! You can also walk to samurai residences in Kanazawa in 12 minutes! It is located 5 minutes by car from Kanazawa Station. Kimono Salon Cross is located on the 2nd floor of the renovated building. Please enjoy Kanazawa in summer to the fullest. All the staff are looking forward to seeing you.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 13～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

Why don't you try walking in Kanazawa, where there are many cityscapes where the yukata looks good? "Kanazawa sightseeing kimono Rental The Yukata Walk Plan is a plan where you can transform into a beautiful yukata figure and take a walk through the city of Kanazawa. Of course, the staff will wear it, so it's OK. Even tourists can use it freely.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups