Multicluster measles outbreak with a substantial proportion of modified cases in Tokyo, Japan, January-May 2026
Nishikawa, Y.; Kurita, J.; Sugawara, T.; Matsuda, A.; Morikawa, R.; Imokawa, Y.; Iwamura, M.; Suzuki, K.; Kodaira, S.; Kikuchi, S.; Takahashi, A.; Nishizuka, I.; Kaku, M.
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Tokyo experienced a measles outbreak (260 cases) in early 2026 despite elimination status. Adults aged 20-39 years were most affected, and 38% of cases were modified measles, increasing with prior vaccination. Although incidence rose until April, the effective reproduction number; R(t) fell below 1, consistent with outbreak control. Multiple clusters were identified, but many cases lacked epidemiological links, suggesting that modified measles is less likely to be considered in differential diagnosis. Intensive contact tracing and surveillance contributed to limiting transmission.
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