Any restaurant recommendations for Kyoto and Osaka? We will be there in the fall with our 4 and 6 year olds. They are very adventurous with food and so are we. I can't wait.

Kyoto i recommend Shibata -ptemium Wagyu Beef-
It's premium wagyu beef dinner. My mom and I did the 3 course one and it was about $100 canadian for both of us.
Best meal I've ever had
SHIBATA -Premium Wagyu Beef-

It also has a beautiful view of the river

Thank you this sounds amazing

Kyoto:
Shigetsu restaurant inside Tenryu-ji Temple for a vegetarian temple set meal - you sit on the floor as a group, so the kids would find it novel, the food is delicious and you can go look at the bamboo afterwards
Nishiki Market - walk down the street and graze as you go, there's also a Snoopy store there that has a restaurant.
If you want a fancy set dinner with Michelin star service but at cheaper than Michelin star prices and the kids can sit through it, you can get a Kyoto kaiseki meal at Ishibekoji Kamikura. It's still not cheap and there may be a little too much food for the kids at that age, but the price is worth it in my opinion. They are one of the few places of this type that take reservations online, and will arrange for an English-speaking staff member to explain each course to you. Seating is at a chef counter where you can watch the chefs make your meal.
http://www.kyoto-kamikura.com/english/
And honestly, make sure you try the bento boxes at the train stations (there are lots of kid-themed ones) and some restaurants where you order your meal from the machine at the front. And pick up snacks/onigiri at 7-11. You'll all love the novelty of it.

Sherene thank you so much. This is super helpful and all sounds delicious

Sonja I have photos of my meals there if you need more info, although there's lots online too!

I'm only commenting on this because I'm going in November and also want info

If you’re truly feeling adventurous say, “Omakase” (basically “I’ll leave it up to you”).
Watch Episode 2 of Street Food on Netflix for Ōsaka inspiration.
Kyoto: Wajouryoumen Sugari had wonderful Ramen. Order from a vending machine. It’s a bit tough to find as it’s on a tiny side street (bike and peds only) and the door is a bit hidden/“Being John Malcovitch”-esque). Get there early.
Ichiran is a chain but don’t let that stop you from visiting. Eating there is a fun experience. Also order from a vending machine.
Near Gion is okonomiyaki yuu. Tiny spot with many 8-10 seats? They accept credit cards.
We didn’t make it but a spot called “Hunter” is supposed to be quite a dining experience. It’s best to book ahead.
I agree with the earlier posts re: 7-11 snacks. Family Mart and Lawson’s are also good options for snacks. There are plenty of random dried and flavoured items...fish, squid, pork, beef, etc to go with the bevies.
Bring cash as many places are cash ONLY.
Have fun!

Oh, and I just remembered the Momofuku Ando Instant Ramen Museum is in Osaka. You can custom make your own cup of instant noodles!

The Katsu sandwiches are great at family mart! If you go to Hiroshima eat Okonomiyaki at the train station. It is quite a show, they cook it InFront of you. In dotonburi In Osaka they have a different version they also make on a teppanayaki grill then place In Front of you.