Is a day trip to Naro and Osaka worth it?

I was thinking about staying in Kyoto the entire time (4-5days) and taking day trips to Nara (one day) and Osaka (another day).

Does anyone have suggestions or feedback on their experiences? What did you like and didn%26#39;t like?

Is a day trip to Naro and Osaka worth it?

Nara is well a full day. It%26#39;s a nice stroll through the park and there is plenty to see.

If you will be spending time at Tokyo, then 1/2 day, including the evening, at Osaka is enough. Focus on Shinsaibashi (shopping street), Kuromon Market (fresh food market), Namba (shopping including some areas with themes), and Dotonbori at night (nightlife mecca for the locals, fun even just to people watch). If you are not going to Tokyo, then perhaps spend a full day at Osaka and go to the Umeda/Osaka Station area as well to see a bit more of the city, as well as cross the main street heading west of Shinsaibashi. Osaka Castle is ok although it%26#39;s not the best in Japan.

Is a day trip to Naro and Osaka worth it?

I agree with Sammyfloyd.