Abstract
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to clarify the dietary acculturation of Filipinas living in an urban area in Japan.
Method: An ethnographic approach inductive and analysis were used to examine data from interviews conducted with six Filipinas.
Results: The analysis revealed 29 subcategories and 8 categories that were constructed from 141 units.
Conclusion: Filipinas acculturated to Japanese dietary habits while retaining their own traditions. They adopted Japanese cooking methods and adapted Filipino foods to a Japanese style. They ate simple Japanese food, and accepted Japanese dietary habits to maintain health. When conducting health guidance for Filipinas, health care professionals must first assess their acculturation. Health guidance should then be based on the process of acceptance of Japanese sociocultural practices and an understanding of how to help Filipino immigrants maintain or change their lifestyles and health practices.
