What are your favorite sights, restaurants, and bars in Osaka and Kyoto?

Question:

I will be in each city for five nights and wanted to get some recommendations on places to see, eat, and drink. I'm also a fan of live music so any live house/club recommendations would be more than welcome as well. Thanks!

Answer:

Osaka:
Sights - Osaka castle, Umeda, Sumiyoshi Shrine, Universal studios are among my favorites.
Restaurants - There are many good restaurants in Dotonbori. Food stalls and places of Okonomiyaki, Takoyaki and Kushikatsu are must tries. My favorite is Harijyu but it's expensive.
Bars - Nightlife in Shinsaibashi area is good. I think some play live trance and electro music.

Kyoto:
Sights - Kinkaku-ji is my favorite especially in autumn.
Restaurants & Bars - most of the restaurants and clubs/bars are in Central Kyoto. There are lots to choose from. Keep in mind though, some could be very expensive. But there are also many good and cheap food places.