For asians, living arrangements are mostly a function of:

Asians, like most other people of the world concoct living arrangements based on propinquity, preferring to live near, sometimes within walking distance, to city centers, work, and food. Oftentimes, they will opt to live with family members, sometimes multiple generations in one home. This is due to strong family values instilled by society. However, one may move closer to a job in order to save money on commutes.