SOIL Setoda is a small, family-run guesthouse and cafe that works well as a base for exploring Ikuchijima and the Shimanami Kaido. Expect tidy, simple rooms with communal bathrooms, secure bike parking and a straightforward breakfast; confirm your check-in time when you book because arrival windows can be tight and space fills up in high season. The staff can point you to ferries, lemon-grove walks and nearby temples, but bring some cash since small island businesses sometimes prefer it. It’s quiet at night and within easy walking distance of the port and a handful of cafes and shops, so travel light if you plan to cycle or island-hop.