일본인 여성결혼 이민자의 생애사 연구

Abstract

Korea has become a Multi-cultural society. The purpose of this study is to understand the Japanese immigrant wives' life history. Japanese immigrant wives are different from other immigrants of undeveloped or developing countries. Japan is economically a developed country and Japanese immigrant wives in Korea are producing through the c This study explores the Japanese immigrant wives' life history and the current issues and their efforts to adapt to Korean society. I have collected and analyzed the life history of Japanese immigrant wives producing through the Unification Church's mass wedding and with the introduction of a friend. Analyzing the life histories is very meaningful way to reveal their experiences by women themselves. I have found the following facts. First, There is the indiviidual decision to the international marriage despite of objections. Second, It is important to their initial adaptation that Korean husband's care and his family's affection. They should play crucial roles as assistants until immigrant women settle and adapt to Korean society. Third, Social support system hold a very important position in their decision making. Fourth, History issues between Korea and Japan have had little impact on their life and existence. Finally, the issues of child-rearing and dual-income family is similar to that of Korean couples.