Osaka:

• Modern and lively city with great food, shopping, and entertainment.
• Famous for Osaka Castle, and the Dotonbori district (bright lights and street food).
• Known as Japan's "Kitchen" for its delicious street food like takoyaki (octopus balls) and okonomiyaki (savory pancakes).

Kyoto:

• Traditional and historic city with beautiful temples and shrines.
• Known for the Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji), Fushimi Inari Shrine (famous for its red torii gates), and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove.
• A great place to experience geisha culture and try kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal).