A large Shinto shrine in Kamakura frequented by locals. The worship hall stands on a terrace at the top of a wide stairway. Outside the hall, visitors have a bird’s eye view of the shrine and the city area beyond. This is important as outside the shrine’s entrance leading to the shrine is a wide pedestrian pathway lined on two sides by Sakura trees. They are perhaps not natural but planted there, but still the scenery is fascinating and captivating during cherry blossom time. A must visit for anyone who wants to observe the local religious customs and a beautiful scenery.

Huge compound surrounded by a few gardens, long flight of stairs to the top but can't go into the temple itself so it's just walking around on the outside. There's also a Maruyama Inari Shrine behind. As I was leaving, I saw some cart stalls set up along the long walk way towards the temple, selling food. I imagine this place to be rather crowded later in the day, am glad I made it there early, for a quiet and peaceful walk through. 

It is right in the middle of the city, so you "kind of" have to see it. It's nice but I enjoyed Hasedera really much more. But it's still worth going. Spend time exploring the surrounding areas as well. The main street leading to the train station is lined with little shops. I would combine the visit to this temple with other attractions.