Understanding the use of complex grammatical structures.

Familiarise yourself with advanced grammatical structures used in Japanese, such as conditional expressions, passive voice, causative form, and potential form.
Understand the usage of honorific speech and its variations in different contexts such as formal, informal, casual and polite speech.
Mastery of keigo, the super-polite form of Japanese, is crucial for understanding formal written Japanese and business communication.
Learn to recognise commonly used complex sentence patterns and structures such as conjunctions, relative clauses, and nominalised verbs.

Develop the skill to deduce the meaning of complex structures using the context. The meaning of a sentence can sometimes change depending on the structures used.
Pay attention to verb endings which can alter the mood, tense, or voice of a sentence, impacting the overall meaning.
Be aware that conditional forms can often imply hypothetical situations or regrets, which is essential for understanding the implied sentiments in the text.

Regularly practise reading texts that use a variety of complex grammatical structures to become adept at understanding them.
Make use of resources such as grammar dictionaries and language learning websites to check and deepen your understanding of complex grammatical structures.
Consider writing your own sentences using complex grammatical structures, which can often reinforce your understanding of how they work.

Frequently review and revise the grammar structures you have learned. Regular repetition and usage are key to mastering complex grammar.
Seek feedback on your understanding from native speakers, teachers, or language learning platforms to correct mistakes and improve your skills.
Evaluate your progress regularly. Understanding complex grammatical structures is not an overnight process; celebrate your small successes to keep the learning path enjoyable and enriching.