Based in Tokyo, Japan, IID, Inc. was founded in 2000 and operates primarily... Based in Tokyo, Japan, IID, Inc. was founded in 2000 and operates primarily across the media, research, and media commerce sectors. The company, which changed its name from IRI Commerce & Technology Inc. in June 2010, runs an extensive portfolio of news and content websites. These platforms cover a wide range of subjects including business, lifestyle, leisure, information technology, automotive, education, film, gaming, animation, and fashion. In addition to its media ventures, IID offers research and consulting services, covering quantitative, qualitative, and international market analyses, as well as providing specialized ASP systems for the management of e-commerce businesses.