Who invented chicken teriyaki?

Chicken teriyaki is a popular Japanese dish, but its exact origins are somewhat unclear. The term "teriyaki" refers to a cooking technique that involves grilling or broiling meat with a glaze made from soy sauce, mirin, and sugar. While variations of teriyaki have been enjoyed in Japan for centuries, the specific combination of chicken with this technique gained popularity in the United States in the mid-20th century, especially with the influence of Japanese cuisine. Therefore, it cannot be attributed to a single inventor but rather evolved over time through cultural exchange.