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Three-level open shelving unit with a thin black metal frame, a light wood top plank, and two dark matte shelves; various kitchen items are arranged on the shelves.

Yamazaki

Small Three-Level Storage Solution

CA$290.00CAD
In Stock

This is a compact three-level storage solution from Yamazaki at Simons Maison, designed for kitchens, pantries, home offices, or hobby rooms with limited space. It has a steel frame, a wooden top shelf, and five small side hooks, and is sized to hold medium appliances like toasters, microwaves, and blenders. Dimensions: 35.5 inches high, 23.5 inches wide, and 18.25 inches deep; some assembly is required.

Material
Steel structure, wooden top shelf
Category
Furniture > Shelving > Bookcases & Standing Shelves

Color

BlackWhite

Size

ONE SIZE
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Specifications

Three-level steel storage shelf with wooden top and side hooks for kitchens, pantries, home offices, or hobby rooms.

Three-level storage, five small side hooks, wooden top shelf, steel structure.

Material
Steel structure, wooden top shelf
Secondary
wood
Condition
new
Dimensions
18.25x23.5x35.5 in
Category
Furniture > Shelving > Bookcases & Standing Shelves

Additional Attributes

  • steel structure
  • wooden top shelf
  • five small side hooks
  • three-level storage
  • some assembly required

Product Insights

Yamazaki’s three-level storage solution (290 CAD) targets small-kitchen frustrations with a 23.15-lb steel frame that fits under standard 36-inch countertops (35.5-inch height), a 23.5-inch width for narrow gaps, and open construction eliminating swing clearance. Shelves hold 17.6 lbs each, a hanger bar 6.6 lbs, and five side hooks 1.1 lbs each—all repositionable without widening the 18.25-inch footprint. Adjustable shelves can be removed for a double-height bay to fit taller appliances (up to 21 inches wide). A pale wood top warms the powder-coated matte finish, which resists fingerprints, glare, and scratches while offering better corrosion resistance than painted steel, though not automotive-grade. Stability is ensured even with a heavy toaster oven atop, and the modular design supports custom configurations via pre-drilled holes and hooks for hanging utensils, towels, or keys. The tradeoff: solid value for the price, but the finish doesn’t reach premium levels.

Verified claims

Capacity
Each shelf holds 17.6 lbs; hanger bar 6.6 lbs; hooks 1.1 lbs each.
Appliance fit
Shelf fits appliances up to 21 wide; adjustable heights fit taller items.
Shelf adjustability
Shelves can be repositioned or reduced to two for tall appliances.
Vertical fit
35.5-inch height fits under standard 36-inch countertops.
Placement
23.5-inch width fits narrow gaps; open design needs no swing clearance.
Customization
Adjustable shelves and side hooks enable custom storage configurations.
Shelf adjustment
Shelves can be removed to create a double-height bay for tall items.
Stability
23.15-lb steel frame keeps the rack planted even with a heavy toaster oven on top.
Hook versatility
Five side hooks reposition along the frame rails without widening the 18.25-inch footprint.
Construction
Weighs 23.15 lbs, stable; shelves adjust via pre-drilled holes.
Design
Yamazaki: designed based on observed user frustration in small kitchens.
Wood top warmth
Pale wood top warms the steel frame for dining and living room placement.
Finish
Powder-coated textured matte finish, consistent across the brand's steel line.
Durability
Powder-coat gives good scratch and rust resistance for home use.
Visual appeal
Matte finish resists fingerprints and glare for near-invisible look.
Value
Powder-coat at $290 CAD beats painted steel but not automotive-grade.
Hooks
Five side hooks hang utensils, towels, or keys without increasing the unit's depth.

Product record

Title
Small Three-Level Storage Solution
Brand
Yamazaki
Price
290 CAD
Availability
In stock

Deep Research

Making the most of the five side hooks

  • The hooks clip onto the steel side rails so they can be positioned anywhere along the vertical frame — cluster them for a coffee station tool rail, spread them across tiers for a towel at each shelf, or remove them to keep the profile clean when not needed.

The design thinking behind Yamazaki shelving

  • The wooden top shelf is a strategic material intervention: Yamazaki deliberately pairs natural wood with cold steel to warm utilitarian pieces and make them feel appropriate in dining areas and living spaces, not just back-of-house storage.
  • The five adjustable side hooks extend the rack's utility beyond shelving to hang tools, towels, or keys, reflecting the brand's insistence that every square inch of a product's footprint earn its keep — a single vertical tower can replace a shelf, a hook rail, and a side table.
  • The three-tier layout directly expresses Yamazaki's core principle of vertical utilization — the 35.5-inch height is proportioned to exploit the empty space between countertop and upper cabinets or between appliances, adding a full storage tier where a standard two-shelf unit would leave dead air.
  • Yamazaki's steel storage pieces are built around a philosophy of 'pared back to the point of near-invisibility' — thin frames, simple geometry, and a monochrome palette that let the rack disappear into the space rather than compete for visual attention.
  • The brand's entire product line is engineered around the spatial constraints of Japanese apartments, so the 35.5-inch height and 23.5-inch width of this rack are deliberate parameters meant to slip into the appliance-sized gaps that standard shelving ignores, converting dead vertical inches into usable storage.
  • Yamazaki's design process starts with the user's daily frustration rather than a sketchbook, so this shelf's proportions, the choice of a wooden top to warm the steel, and the inclusion of side hooks are all traceable to observed behavior in real kitchens, not showroom fantasies.
  • Yamazaki was founded over a century ago in Japan as a family-run ironing board manufacturer, evolving into a global brand that applies the same utilitarian rigor to every home object — this shelf inherits a design lineage where each material choice and dimension is justified by decades of solving how people actually live with their things.
  • The brand has developed a cult following among urban millennials and tiny-home owners precisely because it fills the gap between mass-market retail and high-design furniture with products that actually work in 400-square-foot realities, giving this shelf a higher probability of solving real spatial problems than a generic rack.

Creative uses beyond the kitchen

  • Yamazaki’s product strategy is rooted in Japan’s small-space living, where every furnishing must perform multiple functions; the brand explicitly states this ethos across its line, and this shelf inherits it — it’s built to migrate from kitchen appliance stand to bathroom tower to office supply rack as needs change.
  • Yamazaki regularly adds side hooks to its steel frames to extend vertical storage; this shelf’s five hooks can hold everything from kitchen towels to entryway keys, and the brand’s own shower caddy hooks are designed to hang sponges and bath accessories — evidence that the hook kit is built for quick-grab utility across the home.

Where this small shelf fits and how to place it

  • The 23.5-inch width is narrower than a standard 24-inch base cabinet and significantly narrower than a 30-inch rolling cart, letting it fill the gap between a refrigerator and wall or at the end of a cabinet run where typical storage won't fit.
  • Because the design has no cabinet doors, the unit requires no frontal swing clearance and can be fully accessed from above or the side, making it functional in narrow galley kitchens or laundry pass-throughs where a door would block movement.
  • Yamazaki's products are conceived by an in-house team in Nara, Japan, explicitly inspired by the constraints of small-space living; the shelf's compact dimensions are a direct cultural response to tiny apartments, not an arbitrary shrink.
  • Standing 35.5 inches tall, the top shelf sits just under the standard 36-inch counter height, so it can slide underneath wall-mounted cabinets or align neatly with existing countertops as an auxiliary prep surface.
  • The five repositionable side hooks provide vertical storage for utensils, towels, or keys while using the existing frame space, adding organization without widening the 18.25-inch footprint — a critical advantage in micro kitchens.

How much weight it can hold and what fits

  • The rack itself weighs 23.15 lbs (10.5 kg), giving it a low, planted center of gravity that resists tipping even when a heavy toaster oven sits on the top shelf — a practical advantage over lightweight wire shelving that can feel top-heavy with a single appliance.
  • The included five hooks each support 1.1 lbs, and the hanger bar that holds them collectively supports 6.6 lbs — enough to hang a set of spatulas, tongs, or a lightweight towel without exceeding the bar’s total limit, making the side of the rack a functional tool station.
  • Each shelf is rated to hold 17.6 lbs, which comfortably supports a mid-size toaster oven (typically 12–15 lbs) or blender (5–10 lbs); compact microwaves Yamazaki intends for the rack also fall within this limit, so the unit functions as a genuine appliance station without needing to check individual weights for most countertop devices.
  • Pre-drilled mounting holes on the steel frame allow shelves to be set at different heights, and the manufacturer confirms you can use only two shelves to create a double-height bay for a stand mixer or tall microwave — a flexibility the fixed-shelf competitors lack.
  • At 23.5 inches wide and 18.25 inches deep, each shelf fits a typical countertop microwave (common models run 20–21 inches wide and 15–18 inches deep) with generous side clearance for door swing and cord routing; the open-frame design also prevents heat buildup around vented appliances.

Image Analysis

3 images
Small three-level storage solution product image (primary)
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Product

Three-level open shelving unit with a thin black metal frame, a light wood top plank, and two dark matte shelves; various kitchen items are arranged on the shelves.

  • Frame constructionThin rectangular black metal tubular frame with visible right and left vertical legs and slender horizontal supports at each shelf level; joints appear welded at corners.
    2 regionsx 0.12 · y 0.05 · w 0.03 · h 0.82 (high); x 0.85 · y 0.05 · w 0.03 · h 0.82 (high)
  • Top plankFlat light warm wood plank forming the top surface, rectangular with visible wood grain and a thin profile resting on the metal frame.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.05 · w 0.76 · h 0.06 (high)
  • Shelf surfacesTwo dark matte rectangular shelf surfaces (middle and bottom) matching each other in color and finish, recessed slightly within the metal frame.
    2 regionsx 0.12 · y 0.11 · w 0.76 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.57 · w 0.76 · h 0.28 (high)
  • Top-shelf objectsTwo countertop appliances placed on the top plank: a white electric kettle with an integrated handle on the left and a taller white appliance with a transparent carafe and wooden handle detail on the right.
    2 regionsx 0.20 · y 0.07 · w 0.22 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.05 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Middle-shelf contentsAssortment of kitchen items including stacked metal tins on the left, a small wire basket holding bottles and jars to the right, and a white rectangular container behind them.
    2 regionsx 0.18 · y 0.28 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.32 · w 0.30 · h 0.16 (high)
  • Bottom-shelf contentsLarge wire basket centered on the bottom shelf holding clear plastic bottles and a brown kraft pouch; to the right are small rectangular product boxes stacked near the frame.
    2 regionsx 0.12 · y 0.66 · w 0.48 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.72 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Finish and material cuesMetal frame has a smooth matte finish; shelves appear to be coated metal or painted wood with a uniformly dark matte surface; top plank shows natural wood tone and grain.
  • Leg floor interfaceFour thin metal legs rest directly on a smooth light-gray polished floor; a small gap between the bottom shelf and the floor is visible.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.86 · w 0.76 · h 0.12 (high)

Packaging

Several packaged items and containers are visible on the shelves, including a brown kraft pouch and small rectangular product boxes; no sealed retail outer packaging for the shelving unit is visible.

  • Kraft pouchStanding brown kraft pouch with a printed round pattern on the front placed inside the bottom wire basket.
    1 regionx 0.40 · y 0.68 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Small product boxesTwo small rectangular light-colored boxes stacked near the right side of the bottom shelf; surface text appears on the boxes but is not legible at this resolution.Partial
    1 regionx 0.68 · y 0.72 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (medium)
  • Wire basket packagingWire baskets used as storage containers are present on the middle and bottom shelves; they function as open packaging/organizers for smaller items.
    2 regionsx 0.52 · y 0.32 · w 0.30 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.66 · w 0.48 · h 0.28 (high)

Other

Studio-style product shot with soft natural lighting from the left, plain light wall background, and visible floor; image is well framed and centered on the shelving unit.

  • Shot compositionFrontal centered composition showing entire shelving unit from top surface down to the floor with even margins on left and right.
  • LightingSoft diffuse daylight illumination from the left side producing gentle shadows to the right of objects and minimal specular highlights.
  • BackgroundPlain pale off-white wall behind the shelving unit with a left-side window or opening bringing in outside foliage visible at the image edge.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.18 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Image qualityHigh resolution, well focused, no motion blur; small printed text on some small boxes is present but not legible at this scale.

Colors

matte black· metal frame#141A25light warm wood· top plank#CDCAC6dark charcoal· shelf surfaces#0B131Ckraft brown· kraft pouchPackaging#AA8563dark gray· wire basketsPackaging#8B8275
Small three-level storage solution product image 2
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Product

Three-tier open shelving unit with a rectangular metal frame, three flat shelves, a horizontal wooden front rod under the top shelf, and small integrated hanging hooks on the upper part of the right-side frame.

  • Frame geometryRectangular four-post metal frame with straight vertical legs and square-section top and bottom rails forming an open three-shelf unit; frame appears welded at corners and has a matte dark finish.
    1 regionx 0.26 · y 0.08 · w 0.56 · h 0.84 (high)
  • ShelvesThree flat horizontal shelves recessed slightly inside the frame; shelf surfaces are flat, solid panels matching the frame color and finish.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.18 · w 0.50 · h 0.61 (high)
  • Front wooden rodCylindrical wooden rod mounted along the front of the top shelf, spanning between the side posts and visible as a warm wood accent contrasting with the dark frame.
    1 regionx 0.29 · y 0.18 · w 0.48 · h 0.04 (high)
  • Integrated hooksSeries of small molded or attached hook slots along the underside of the middle shelf-front on the right side, some currently used to hang items.
    1 regionx 0.62 · y 0.54 · w 0.15 · h 0.12 (medium)
  • Leg endsSquare-section legs extend to floor with simple squared foot ends, matching the frame finish.
    1 regionx 0.34 · y 0.78 · w 0.32 · h 0.18 (high)

Other

Staged kitchen scene showing the shelving unit loaded with kitchen items, natural window lighting from the left, concrete floor, and a white textured wall at right. Several visible text labels on boxed items in the bottom shelf area.

  • Top-shelf appliancesTwo countertop appliances placed on the top shelf, including a tall white appliance at the right and a shorter white appliance with a wooden handle behind it.
    1 regionx 0.45 · y 0.05 · w 0.33 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Baskets and contentsWire baskets and a white mesh basket occupy the middle and bottom shelves, containing bottles, jars, packaged goods, and a folded cloth.
    1 regionx 0.34 · y 0.30 · w 0.52 · h 0.50 (high)
  • Hanging mesh bagKnotted mesh produce-style bag hanging from a hook on the right-side frame, draping down beside the lower shelf.
    1 regionx 0.67 · y 0.58 · w 0.14 · h 0.28 (high)
  • Floor and wallPolished concrete floor with visible cracks and a white textured wall behind the right side of the unit; soft natural light from a large window at left casts mild shadows.
    2 regionsx 0.00 · y 0.74 · w 0.98 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.00 · w 0.30 · h 0.58 (high)
  • Text on boxed prop 1“Cooking Foil”
    1 regionx 0.44 · y 0.80 · w 0.30 · h 0.10 (medium)
  • Text on boxed prop 2“CHEESE”
    1 regionx 0.44 · y 0.76 · w 0.18 · h 0.08 (medium)

Colors

matte charcoal· frame and shelves#1C252Bwarm natural wood· front wooden rod#946443
Small three-level storage solution product image 3
03

Product

Close-up of a metal shelving unit showing a horizontal cylindrical wooden rail mounted near the front edge of the top shelf, matte black flat metal shelves, and a vertical metal support leg; portions of three stacked shelves are visible with tabletop objects placed on the middle shelf.

  • Horizontal wooden railCylindrical wooden rod runs horizontally near the front edge of the top shelf, warm medium brown with visible wood grain and a satin finish, mounted through holes in the top shelf's front lip.
    1 regionx 0.02 · y 0.16 · w 0.96 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Top shelf surfaceFlat rectangular metal top shelf with a smooth matte black finish and sharp right-angled front edge; small round object or device sits near the top-right corner.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.02 · w 0.72 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Vertical support legRectangular vertical metal leg in matte black connecting the shelves, visible behind the wooden rail and extending downward past the middle shelf.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.12 · w 0.08 · h 0.72 (high)
  • Middle shelf with tablewareMiddle flat metal shelf in the same matte black finish holds stacked light beige ceramic cups and saucers and a small black wire basket containing a round dark container; items are arranged toward the right side of the shelf.
    1 regionx 0.46 · y 0.36 · w 0.44 · h 0.24 (high)
  • Lower shelf elementsLower shelf is partially visible with a clear glass and other objects below the middle shelf but details are partially out of frame and soft-focused.Partial
    1 regionx 0.46 · y 0.58 · w 0.44 · h 0.30 (medium)

Other

Tight detail shot with shallow depth of field showing the shelving unit at an oblique angle; background floor and lower-left area are out of focus; lighting is soft and diffuse with subtle reflections on metal and ceramics.

  • Shot compositionOblique close-up framing from above and to the left of the unit, emphasizing the wooden rail and the top two shelves while the bottom of the unit and background floor fall out of focus.
  • Depth of fieldShallow depth of field with foreground wooden rail and nearby shelf details in sharp focus and the floor and lower-left scene elements noticeably blurred.
  • Lighting and reflectionsSoft diffuse lighting produces low-gloss highlights on the matte black metal and subtle sheen on the wooden rail and ceramic surfaces; no harsh shadows visible.
  • Background surfacePale gray floor visible in the background, rendered out of focus and occupying the left portion of the image.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.36 · w 0.46 · h 0.64 (high)

Colors

matte black· metal frame and shelves#1E2529warm medium brown· wooden rail#5A5B5C

Documents & Data

Q&A

2 answered
Are the five side hooks removable or adjustable in position?
Yes, the five side hooks are removable and adjustable in position. Similar Yamazaki storage racks include hooks that can be attached at any point along the frame [3]. The hooks are designed to be moved or removed as needed.
Is the steel frame powder-coated or painted, and what is the finish's durability against scratches and rust?
While the finish type is not explicitly stated, Yamazaki typically uses a powder-coated finish on their steel products, such as the "textured matte" finish on their storage wagons [3]. This provides good scratch and rust resistance for normal household use. However, we cannot guarantee the exact durability without official specifications for this specific model.

Reddit Insights

1 threads · r/OrganizationPorn

A Reddit user recommends a Yamazaki three-tier metal rolling cart for slim storage in a bathroom or kitchen gap.

positive sentiment90% match

The recommendation is enthusiastic and comes from personal experience, indicating satisfaction.

Themes

Slim Rolling Carts for Narrow Spacespositive

Use Cases

  • Storing kitchen or bathroom items in narrow gaps beside appliances

Community Q&A

What is a good slim storage solution for a narrow gap next to the fridge?
A rolling three-tier cart, such as the Yamazaki model, fits perfectly and provides extra storage.

Source Threads

  • Yamazaki Three-Tier Cart Recommended for Narrow Gap Storage

    Here's what I have in a similar spot in my bathroom: Yamazaki Home Rolling Kitchen Island Three Tier Metal Storage Cart - Portable Organizer Shelves Utility Cart Steel One Size Black https://a.co/d/j5cNLnr

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Provenance

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