Yes, in 2026, you can use your PASMO card (as well as Suica, Icoca, and most other major Japanese IC cards) on all Kyoto City Buses and the Kyoto "Raku" tourist buses. The Japanese transit system has a high level of "interoperability," meaning an IC card purchased in Tokyo works perfectly in Kyoto, Osaka, and most other major cities. When boarding a Kyoto City Bus, you simply tap your PASMO card on the reader located at the entrance (usually the rear door) and tap again at the exit (front door) to pay the flat fare or calculated distance-based fare. This is significantly more convenient than the old "exact change" system. In 2026, most travelers have their PASMO integrated into their Apple Wallet or Google Pay, allowing them to simply tap their phone or smartwatch on the bus reader. It is worth noting that while PASMO is great for single rides, if you plan on taking the bus more than three times in a single day, the "Kyoto Bus & Subway One-Day Pass" (currently around ¥1,100) might offer better value, although this pass is often digital now and can be purchased separately through a smartphone app rather than using your PASMO balance.