Just as I thought I failed aha. I did better in the listening then I thought I would have. I really messed up the reading section so I know what I need to focus on. Does anyone have any tips for how to improve on that area??
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Which level are you taking? I passed N2 with reading as my highest score. These are my methods so take all advice with a grain of salt!
If you can read more! Choose books where you know most of the words but need to check a few (I usually aim to pick books where there is only 1-3 words on the first page I donāt know) Or if youāre working on speed, choose childrenās books.
Another way is to watch shows in Japanese with the Japanese subtitles on. You can get used to hearing natural grammar flow/ increase reading speed this way. It also helps you to get used to natural pacing in reading. For hard mode, mute the sound and do your best!
Another way I practice reading is to practice comprehension. If youāre lower level, choosing things with an English translation available may help you. I practice comprehension by attempting to summarize and/or translate short articles or exerts by myself, checking by either looking at an available English translation or asking a tutor (italki)/ volunteer (hellotalk).
I think reading a lot is the best method of the three. Try not to get hung up on every detail, read as though you are a kid again pushing through your native language. Only looking up words if they appear often. Donāt be embarrassed or ashamed to read childrenās books and work your way up.
You got this!! Iām rooting for you 
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The answer to almost all JLPT questions is Kanzen Master.
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Itās telling you to keep going and try again.
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Already on it, make me motivated even more.
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Thank you I will try! It was also N2 and reading was my lowest. I do think I need to read more as I do feel that I maybe didnāt read enough. Iām reading Harry Potter and going through a chapter a day and playing a text heavy Japanese game which is also all voiced. And when I finish Harry Potter (which I nearly am) Iāll go onto to read another book and so on.
I just need to push myself to read more books. Itās just difficult as I donāt even read in English anymore/