George Aratani founded Mikasa as "American Commercial Inc." in the state of California in 1948. Initially a dinnerware importer, Mikasa grew into a dinnerware wholesaler over the next twenty years, supplying dinnerware to Bloomingdales, Macy's, May Department Stores Company and other fine retailers.Width: 6 7/8 in Stoneware Crafted In Malaysia Microwave Safe, Dishwasher Safe, Oven Safe Discontinued Piece