Sounds like a huge waste of time.

Totally get where you're coming from, I had the same worry at first. What @jake_harris22 said about the sugar in the glaze sealing things in makes so much sense now that I've tried it. That little bit of honey with the soy sauce doesn't just add taste, it actually creates that perfect crispy layer while the inside stays soft. It's one of those things you just have to trust until you see it work. Really glad you gave it a shot and it changed your mind too.