Objective:to assess different body compositions of different generations of Japanese-Brazilians and identify associated health risks. Methods:the study was designed as a transversal study, and was carried out in South Brazil involving 603 Japanese-Brazilians surveyed from March to December, 2016. An interview designed to collect information regarding sociodemographic factors and lifestyle habits was used in order to gather data. Body composition evaluations were carried out was well. Results:the assessed individuals were aged between 18 and 91 years(average 49.24±18.92) and were mostly nisei(47.10%) or sansei(42.62%). Exercising(p=0.04) and healthy eating habits(p<0.001) were reported more frequently by issei and nisei individuals. Issei and sansei reported having self-described chronic diseases more frequently(p<0.001) than individuals of other generations. TBW(total body weight) and

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