Making a generalization about Asian grandparents regarding traditions and customs is impossible. Traditions vary greatly from country to country. Many customs remain in Asian immigrant families, but some are replaced as immigrants assimilate into their adopted cultures. To study psychological phenomena cross-culturally it is crucial to understand different family cultures around the world and how these families relate to the cultural characteristics of societies. The older generation is vital in carrying forward the cultural characteristics. Grandparents play numerous roles in their grandchildren's lives, spoiling, paying attention to, and showering their grandchildren with gifts. However, a grandparent's most important roles go beyond benefits. Their most essential role they play is that of family historians, role models, and mentors. They provide a connection to history, the importance of cultural heritage, family identity and oneself. In Japan and China, grandparents are very helpful members in the family and help relieve a lot of stress from parents. They are active in household errands, as well as in raising and caring for children. Grandparents often take on the responsibility of teaching their grandchildren the native language and customs of their homeland (Thomas 1994). Older generations retain their breadwinner status until a certain age, which varies depending on profession and other considerations, until retirement from active life. In the traditional multigenerational family, the grandfather gradually cedes his role to his children. Initially, the grandfather transfers the monetary responsibilities of managing the family budget. After they demonstrate responsibility, he later allows his son to become… a paper medium… and into the flow of wealth. Letting parents invest in their children and their education and letting grandparents lose control over the means of production and tradition. Education and its value are the key to wealth, power and wisdom (Thomas 1994). The migration of younger generations in pursuit of these goals disrupts intergenerational dialogue and interactions. However, the Asian population believes very much in education, traditions are altered and not celebrated as completely due to the need to return to acquire wealth. Missing vacations, watching a child grow up, major events and financial burdens keep the family apart from each other. Luckily, technology has helped make these moments available in the palm of your hand. However, experiencing a loved one's special event in person touches the spirit in a different way that is rewarding for a lifetime.